The nurse is caring for a child with osteomyelitis and a leg wound. What action has the highest priority when caring for this child?
A) Minimize the movement of the leg
B) Follow transmission-based precautions
C) Monitor nutritional intake
D) Encourage the child to avoid weight bearing
Ans: B
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A) "The drug should be reapplied every 24 hours." B) "We should try to apply the patch to about the same site each time." C) "The site should only be cleaned with water before each application." D) "A hairy area, like the forearm, is an appropriate place to apply the patch."
The teaching plan for a woman who wishes to use the female condom should include that it:
a. Covers the cervix and part of the perineum b. Is more likely to tear than a male condom c. Should be used with a male condom d. Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
The nurse leader is planning for the tasks that must be completed during this week. Which of the following statements by the nurse manager demonstrates an understanding of time-management skills?
1. "I've got to think through this problem before I start trying to solve it." 2. "I should spread similar kinds of tasks out through the day to alleviate boredom." 3. "I'm going to allow 2 hours for the staff meeting, even though I know we could get it done in 1 hour." 4. "I keep my e-mail up all of the time when I'm in my office to allow me to get back quickly to people who e-mail me."
When patients do not have estrogen-dependent cancer or an active thromboembolic disorder, the drug use in inoperable prostate cancer is ________.
A. diethylstilbestrol B. urofollitropin C. menotropins D. clomiphene