The nurse provided education about the tetanus toxoid and administered it to the client via injection after stepping on a nail while walking on the beach. Which statement by the client indicates successful teaching?

1. "The tetanus toxoid is caused by viruses."
2. "The tetanus toxoid is caused by parasites."
3. "The tetanus toxoid is an optional treatment so I really don't have to have this."
4. "The tetanus toxoid are toxins that have been altered so that they are no longer toxic."


Answer: 4. "The tetanus toxoid are toxins that have been altered so that they are no longer toxic."

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a. Wet-to-dry dressings b. Sharp debridement c. Whirlpool d. Pulsed lavage

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The nurse is examining a female client and notes a greenish discharge with a foul odor. The client also exhibits guarding of the abdomen. Based on this data, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate?

1. Trichomoniasis. 2. Herpes infection. 3. Gonorrhea. 4. Bacterial vaginosis.

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The implementation committee members analyze the base system as delivered from the vendor before the system is installed in the event that clarification or changes are necessary

Which of the following are analyzed throughout this process? Select all that apply. 1. Technology 2. Vendor standing 3. Vendor compliance with regulatory requirements 4. Integration with other systems 5. Clinician support

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A patient reports epigastric abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. The serum amylase level is 450 units/dL. For which health problem should the nurse plan care?

1. gastritis 2. malnutrition 3. pancreatitis 4. diverticulitis

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