A patient has atopic dermatitis (eczema) with a secondary infection. What should the nurse emphasize when teaching to prevent this type of infection in the future?
A. Allergy testing
B. Continuous antibiotic treatment
C. Methods to prevent itching
D. Frequent bathing
Answer: C
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Which of the following is an example of cultural humility?
1. A nurse familiarizes herself with the requirements of kosher food. 2. A nurse believes that giving Jell-O to all patients after surgery has no cultural implications. 3. Patients and family members are discouraged from praying on the floor to protect their hygiene and safety. 4. All of the above.
The nurse is caring for a child with acute renal failure. What laboratory findings should the nurse expect to find? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hyponatremia b. Hyperkalemia c. Metabolic alkalosis d. Elevated blood urea nitrogen level e. Decreased plasma creatinine level
The clinic nurse teaches a patient with a 42 pack-year history of cigarette smoking about lung disease. Which information will be most important for the nurse to include?
a. Options for smoking cessation b. Reasons for annual sputum cytology testing c. Erlotinib (Tarceva) therapy to prevent tumor risk d. Computed tomography (CT) screening for lung cancer
A patient with major depression is started on sertraline (Zoloft). A nurse is providing patient education. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of the possible side effects of sertraline (Zoloft)?
a. "I may have trouble with stiff muscles." b. "I need to have frequent, complete blood tests." c. "I may feel nervous and have trouble sleeping." d. "I should drink 8 to 10 glasses of water daily."