A patient has been stung by a bee and is brought to the emergency department. The nurse observes the sting site and identifies that the stinger is still in the skin. The nurse should:
a. remove it with sterile tweezers.
b. soak the area with a cold compress.
c. scrape the stinger with the side of a knife.
d. squeeze the surrounding tissue to expel the stinger.
C
The stinger should be removed with the side of a knife by scraping to avoid forcing more venom into the skin.
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What does Butler, a well-known gerontologist, relay regarding ageism?
a. It dehumanizes older individuals. b. It is based on the biologic theory of aging. c. It is based on natural and purposeful oc-currences. d. It continues to change as the population ages.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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1. Screening 2. Referral and follow-up 3. Surveillance 4. Health teaching