The nurse should heat the water for an eye compress to a temperature of no more than:
a. 95° F.
b. 110° F.
c. 115° F.
d. 120° F.
D
Water for an eye compress may be heated to no more than 120° F.
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A) 9% B) 18% C) 25% D) 36%
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a. "You must be happy to be going home. Here are the written diet and medication instructions." b. "It has been wonderful getting to know you. The best of luck when you get home." c. "During the past 3 days, you have learned how to inject insulin and how to make appropriate food choices. Remember that you have the unit telephone number if you have any questions." d. "You have done well learning a lot of new material and should be able to do well at home."
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A) 2 cups B) 2½ cups C) 3 cups D) 3½ cups
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A) Cross-discipline healthcare B) Comprehensive healthcare C) Holistic healthcare D) Interdisciplinary healthcare