When reassessing a patient's wound, a nurse notes redness and swelling, but no drainage. This is indicative of a phase of healing called the
1. Reconstruction phase.
2. Remodeling phase.
3. Inflammatory phase.
4. Maturation phase.
ANS: 3
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MC Spiral bandage wraps are safer than circular wraps because circular wraps tend to
A. Create a tourniquet effect. B. Loosen over time. C. Utilize more bandage. D. Be bulky and uncomfortable.
When caring for a woman who was sexually assaulted, what is your best approach for collecting information surrounding the event? Choose all that apply
1) Use a calm, reassuring voice when asking questions of your patient. 2) Ask only close family members to describe events related to the incident. 3) Provide privacy by asking questions behind a closed curtain. 4) Document the details using the patient's own words.
The nurse is instructing a female patient about changes in sexual functioning that may result from the aging process
Which nursing diagnoses would the nurse incorporate into the plan of care for this patient regarding sexual intercourse? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Risk for Injury 2. Risk for Infection 3. Impaired Skin Integrity 4. Altered Tissue Perfusion 5. Alteration in Comfort
A nurse damages a physician's reputation through false written communication without the physician's permission. This is an example of
a. libel. b. assault. c. battery. d. slander.