Prevention of a wound infection requires diligent care from a nurse. The first and most important step for the nurse to take when emptying the patient's Jackson-Pratt drain is to
1. Don sterile gloves.
2. Wash his or her hands.
3. Wipe the drain spout with alcohol.
4. Assess the contents of the drain.
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a. The patient has been taking the same medications for a long time. b. The patient is taking a large number of medications. c. Most of the drugs on the list are prescribed at high doses. d. The patient takes oral, injected, and inhaled medications.
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a. 2 b. 4 c. 8 d. 12
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