While working in the emergency room, the nurse is exposed to a client with active tuberculosis. When should the nurse plan to obtain a tuberculin skin test?
A) Immediately after the exposure.
B) Within one week of the exposure.
C) Four to six weeks after the exposure.
D) Three months after the exposure.
Ans: C) Four to six weeks after the exposure.
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1. Azotemia. 2. Elevated ammonia level. 3. Hypokalemia. 4. Hyperglycemia.
When calculating for safe titration, you will need to calculate the ________ rate and the minimum and maximum allowable rates.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
When caring for elderly persons, you should
A. always provide total care if the person is mentally confused. B. give priority to caring for persons who are alert and demanding. C. respect the patients and reinforce their self-esteem. D. use reality orientation with all patients.
Convert 0.12 mcg to milligrams: ________ (use appropriate unit notation)
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).