The body can be stimulated to produce antibodies against disease-producing microorganisms through ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
immunization
Immunization is a way of stimulating production of antibodies by exposing the body to weakened or killed germs.
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A nurse is preparing an educational program on DVT prevention for her peers. Which of the following nursing interventions would the nurse include in her program? Select all that apply
A) Turn bed-bound clients at least every 2 hours. B) Get older clients up and walking as soon as possible after surgery. C) Teach older clients to not elevate their legs when sitting. D) Urge older clients at risk for DVT to wear fitted support stockings.
The nurse is collecting data at the immunization clinic. Which disclosure by the patient would cause the nurse to withhold the administration of the varicella vaccine?
1. a blood transfusion after undergoing surgery 3 months ago 2. history of an allergic reaction to yeast bread 3. itching and swelling on the face and hands after ingesting eggs 4. a low-grade temperature within the past 2 days
A 25-year-old male patient calls the clinic complaining of diarrhea for 24 hours. Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Inform the patient that laboratory testing of blood and stools will be necessary. b. Ask the patient to describe the character of the stools and any associated symptoms. c. Suggest that the patient drink clear liquid fluids with electrolytes, such as Gatorade or Pedialyte. d. Advise the patient to use over-the-counter loperamide (Imodium) to slow gastrointestinal (GI) motility.
The nurse is discussing signs and symptoms of both upper and lower urinary tract infections with a client who has a history of both. Which of the following statements by the client reflects the best understanding of the differing symptomatology?
1. "When I get cloudy urine, I figure I have an infection." 2. "Burning when I urinate is usually the first symptom I notice." 3. "I have a big problem when I feel like I have the flu but with back pain too." 4. "When I see blood in my urine, I know I need to call my health care provider."