In a cell Blood count (CBC) during an infectious process, left shift is best described as:
a. Immature neutrophils called bands
b. Mature neutrophils called segmented
c. Presence of lymphocytes
d. Presence of phagocytes
Answer: a. Immature neutrophils called bands
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1. Hindu. 2. Jewish. 3. Asian. 4. Mexican.
The RN delegates changing a sterile dressing over a central line to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN). The LPN/LVN contaminated the site during the dressing change, and an infection developed in the patient
Which of the following statements is true? a. The LPN/LVN is guilty of malpractice. b. The RN is ultimately responsible for acts he or she delegates. c. The hospital cannot be held responsible for the acts of its employees. d. A malpractice suit cannot be brought as no harm came to the patient.
The nurse cautions each person prior to giving the influenza immunization that they should not take it if they are allergic to:
a. strawberries. b. ragweed. c. penicillin. d. eggs.
A 79-year-old client at the healthcare facility died following a case of gastric cancer and multiple metastases to the lungs and liver, with severe bouts of hematemesis
Which nursing measure must the nurse perform during the postmortem care of the body? A) Pronounce the client dead and sign the death certificate. B) Avoid repositioning the client's body immediately following death. C) Transfer the client's body as "coroner's case" for an autopsy. D) Pad and tie the client's wrists and ankles together.