A patient has been exposed to an allergen resulting in a hypersensitivity reaction. The nurse correctly recognizes that which immunoglobulin has been triggered?
a. IgA
b. IgB
c. IgD
d. IgE
D
On first contact with the allergen, the body's immune system is triggered to produce immunog-lobulin E (IgE) antibody to recognize the specific antigen.
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A group of nurses whose practice focuses of the care of clients with musculoskeletal injuries is attempting to decide on a research topic that will have impact on the care of their particular clients. The group decides to address the issue of:
1. The use of alternative methods to manage pain on the orthopedic unit. 2. The effectiveness of Buck's traction for the stabilization of closed tibia fractures. 3. The effects of casting versus splinting on the development of compartment syndrome. 4. The relationship between rhabdomyolysis and renal failure.
While circulating for a surgical procedure you notice one of the surgeons contaminates their glove when repositioning the operating light. How would you handle this situation?
What will be an ideal response?
Which system contains the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra?
A) skeletal B) urinary C) endocrine D) nervous
After reporting a nurse with a substance abuse problem to the State Board of Nursing (SBON), the next step that will most likely occur is
a. surrender of license if complaint is found to be valid. b. counseling and then the nurse can return to work. c. the nurse is fired. d. the nurse is prevented from ever working as a nurse again.