An intradermal injection has been ordered for a patient. Where do you place the needle?
A. Vein
B. Just under the skin
C. Fatty tissue below the skin
D. Muscle
Ans: B. Just under the skin
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The client is emotionally upset about the recent diagnosis of stage IV endometrial cancer. Which action by the nurse is best?
a. Let the client alone for a long period of reflection time. b. Ask friends and relatives to limit their visits. c. Tell the client that an emotional response is unacceptable. d. Create an atmosphere of acceptance and discussion.
Special hand hygiene techniques and care of clothing, bedding, and bathroom facilities must be taught to patients with:
1. parasites. 2. helminthiasis. 3. amebiasis. 4. malaria.
A patient will be using a nasal cannula continuously to deliver oxygen at home, and the nurse is instructing the patient and family about important safety guidelines
Which of the following should be included in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.) a. Smoking is allowed if it is not done in the same room in which the oxygen device is placed. b. If you feel short of breath, increase your oxygen by 2 to 3 L per minute. c. Avoid using an electric razor. d. Keep the oxygen tank at least 5 feet away from the stove.
The nurse prepares to change the client's central line dressing. Place the steps of the procedure in correct order.A) Remove the old dressing.B) Remove and discard gloves; perform hand hygiene.C) Don a mask and have the client don a mask.D) Apply the new dressing.E) Cleanse the site.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).