The ability of the body's defenses to fight off a pathogenic organism depends on both the virulence of the organisms and the resistance of the infected person
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A client has been prescribed iron supplements to treat fatigue and a hemoglobin level of 9. What additional information should the nurse suggest to the client to help reduce feelings of fatigue associated with a low red blood cell count?
Select all that apply. A) Increasing intake of ice cream B) Drinking a glass of orange juice each day C) Increasing intake of red meat D) Increasing intake of wax beans E) Increasing intake of green, leafy vegetables
The nurse is administering a medication to the client with a positive inotropic effect. Which action of the medication does the nurse anticipate?
A) Slow the heart rate B) Increase the force of myocardial contraction C) Depress the central nervous system D) Dilate the bronchial tree
A nurse is developing a nursing plan of care for a client at risk for a pressure ulcer. Which of the below should be included in the plan? (Select all that apply.)
a. Perform a skin risk assessment. b. Place a plastic sheet on the bed to protect the mattress. c. Allow the client to sit on the bedpan for as long as the client feels the need to void. d. Place a pressure-relieving mattress on client's bed e. Apply a moisture barrier cream to client after each incontinent episode.
The inner potential humans have for healing, growth, and well-being throughout the lifespan is broadly defined by Reed as
A. Nursing processes. B. Self-organization. C. Developmental process. D. Well-being processes.