Explain the difference between disinfection and sterilization

What will be an ideal response?


Disinfection means using a chemical substance or boiling water
to kill most microorganisms. Sterilization means killing all
microorganisms, including spores.

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The nurse is preparing to redress a wound and will secure the dressing using a gauze bandage as ordered by the physician. What is an advantage of gauze bandages?

a. Provision of warmth b. Applies strong pressure c. Antibacterial effects d. Prevents skin maceration

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While caring for a Mexican-American family in the home, the home health nurse recognizes that the family may also consult the _____________ for health advice

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Concerning preeclampsia and eclampsia, nurses should be aware that:

1. preeclampsia is a condition of the first trimester, eclampsia of the second and third. 2. preeclampsia results in decreased function of 40% to 60% in such organs as the placenta, kidneys, liver, and brain. 3. the causes of preeclampsia and eclampsia are well documented. 4. severe preeclampsia is defined as preeclampsia plus proteinuria.

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Most benzodiazepines are metabolized primarily by microsomal enzymes in the liver

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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