The nurse is reviewing infection-prevention
measures with a patient who is receiving antineoplastic drug therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching?
a. "I will avoid those who have recently had a vaccination."
b. "I will eat only fresh fruits and vegetables."
c. "I will report a sore throat, cough, or low-grade temperature."
d. "It is important for both my family and me to practice good hand washing."
ANS: B
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What would be the maximum therapeutic dose of Dilaudid if the child weighs 30 pounds? Round your answer to the nearest hundredth. Standard Text:
A nurse working in the newborn nursery is assessing a term baby for congenital heart defects. Which clinical manifestations would indicate an atrial septal defect (ASD)?
Select all that apply. A) Pulmonary artery hypotension B) Midsystolic murmur at lower right sternal border C) Mitral valve regurgitation with cleft on mitral valve. D) S1 heart tone may be split due to forceful left ventricular contraction. E) Congestive heart failure
Clara Barton is known for:
a. becoming the first African-American public health nurse. b. establishing the Henry Street Settlement. c. founding the American Red Cross. d. publicizing the inadequacies of hospital-based nursing schools.
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a. Decreased liver enzymes b. Increased BUN and creatinine c. Decreased serum glucose d. Increased calcium