The nursing assistant practices medical asepsis by
A. wearing gloves for all patient contact.
B. sterilizing equipment after each use.
C. following the guidelines for handwashing.
D. wiping environmental surfaces daily.
Answer: C
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1. Wrap the paper tape around the newborn's head, and measure just above the eye-brows. 2. Place the paper tape under the newborn's head, wrap around the occiput, and measure just above the eyes. 3. Place the paper tape at the back of the head, wrap across the ears, and measure across the newborn's mouth. 4. Place the paper tape under the newborn's head at the base of the skull, and wrap around to the front, just above the eyes.
A patient reports having urinary frequency and discomfort associated with urination. After a careful physical examination and history to determine the cause, the NP should prescribe a medication from which drug class?
a. Cholinergics b. Antispasmodics c. Anticholinergics d. Urinary tract analgesics
The client's healthcare provider determines that the client's left ventricle is functioning adequately. When teaching the client about the left ventricle, which location will the nurse include in the educational session?
1. A. 2. B. 3. C. 4. D.