To prevent infection, the IV insertion site must be kept
A) damp.
B) uncovered.
C) dry.
D) wrapped up.
C
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a. inflammation. b. allergy. c. invasion by pathogenic organisms. d. malnutrition. e. immune diseases.
A patient is recovering in the hospital following a total hip replacement that was performed 2 days ago
In an effort to prevent the common complications associated with the surgical procedure, the nurse should implement which of the following interventions, as ordered? A) Passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises with the affected leg B) Provision of a low-fiber, high-calorie diet C) Application of sequential compression devices D) Intermittent urinary catheterization to prevent urinary retention
The nurse is planning to incorporate teaching while caring for a preschool-age child. Which statement would be appropriate for the nurse to use when caring and teaching this patient?
A) "Your pulse is 88.". B) "I need to put a needle in your arm.". C) "You have to try to eat all of your dinner.". D) "It's important to put a pillow under your leg so the swelling will go down.".
When a client diagnosed with primary hypertension asks the nurse what causes this disease, the nurse's best response would be "High blood pressure is caused by
a. a decrease in plasma renin levels." b. a number of factors, not just one cause." c. arteriosclerotic vessel disease." d. a kidney problem."