Changes in an extremity with a cast that suggest infection are
A) itching sensation under cast.
B) odor from the cast.
C) pain in the extremity.
D) difficulty moving digits.
B
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A) Penicillin B) Ceftriaxone and azithromycin C) Metronidazole D) Doxycycline
A nurse is conducting a wellness seminar on healthy eating and prevention of iron deficiency anemia. The food the nurse would describe as being high in iron is
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