The nurse prepares a 70-year-old client to begin hemodialysis. Before beginning treatment, which of the following immunizations is required?
A) Influenza
B) Hepatitis A
C) Hepatitis B
D) Tetanus and diphtheria
C
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Hemodialysis places the patient at risk for hepatitis B. The vaccination is recommended for all ages.
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a. reality orientation. b. decision making. c. rational thought. d. deep breathing.
The nurse is caring for a client who complains of frequent constipation. Which factor in the client's history is least likely to be the cause of the constipation?
1. Inadequate fluid intake 2. Repeated inhibition of the urge to defecate 3. Inadequate fiber intake 4. The presence of Escherichia coli
Which statement best distinguishes the difference between information literacy and computer literacy?
1. Information literacy is unnecessary in health care whereas computer literacy provides the basis for computer order entry. 2. Information literacy is the foundation of the EHR whereas computer literacy helps the nurse to access data. 3. A nurse can extrapolate data with computer literacy and not information skills. 4. Information literacy forms the basis for ongoing learning whereas computer literacy refers to a familiarity with the use of personal computers.
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a. ?20 degrees b. 0 degrees c. 32 degrees d. 50 degrees