The emergency department nurse assessing a puncture wound of the foot knows that the most likely type of infection to this wound is a(n):
a. aerobic bacterial infection.
b. anaerobic bacterial infection.
c. viral infection.
d. fungal infection.
B
An anaerobic bacterial infection is one that grows in an unoxygenated environment.
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A nurse works with many transgender clients. What routine monitoring is important for the nurse to facilitate in this population? (Select all that apply.)
a. Lipid profile b. Liver function tests c. Mammograms if breast tissue is present d. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) for natal males e. Renal profile
The patient takes his NovoLog 70-30 at 7:00 AM. The nurse suggests the best time to schedule exercise would be at:
a. 7:30 AM before peak action of insulin. b. 10:00 AM at peak action of insulin. c. 1:00 PM after peak action of insulin. d. any time after injection.
A statement that clearly describes the problem, makes a case for why it needs to be investigated, and often culminates by having the researcher articulate the problem in question form is found in what section of a research proposal?
A. theoretical rationale B. definition of terms C. problem statement D. methods
Which condition requires that you withhold a drug dose for a patient with a feeding tube?
a. The drug is in the form of a tablet. b. The drug volume is greater than 20 mL. c. Carbon dioxide is detected from the feeding tube. d. The patient is unconscious and unable to swallow.