A nurse is caring for a patient with an infection caused by Bacillus anthracis. What action is most important for reducing the transmission of this disease?
a. Disinfecting the bedpan with an antiseptic solution
b. Using antibacterial hand soap when washing the hands
c. Using an alcohol-based hand rub after each patient contact
d. Wearing gloves while caring for the pa-tient
B
All of these measures are appropriate for this patient; however, using an antibacterial hand soap is the most important, because only an antimicrobial soap is effective against a spore-forming bacterium, such as B. anthracis.
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The nurse knows that which statement is true regarding the pain experienced by infants?
a. Pain in infants can only be assessed by physiologic changes, such as an increased heart rate. b. The FPS-R can be used to assess pain in infants. c. A procedure that induces pain in adults will also induce pain in the infant. d. Infants feel pain less than do adults.
Which is the average oxygen saturation of blood in the right atrium?
A. 25% B. 50% C. 70% D. 98%
The onset of anorexia nervosa in adolescents is often associated with stressful life events
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following nursing situations is an example of an ethical dilemma?
a. Administering pain medication as ordered b. Discussing care of a comatose client with the family c. Transferring a client to a step-down unit d. Performing cardiac compressions when a signed Do Not Resuscitate order (DNR) is not available