The nurse is reviewing infection control with a group of high school students. When a student asks what a pathogen is, the nurse responds:
1. "It is a bacteria"
2. "It is also known as a vector"
3. "A parasite"
4. "A disease causing organism"
5.
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Rationale 1: While some bacteria are pathogens, not all are pathogenic.
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a. full independence in that area. b. independence in that area with use of an assistive device. c. partial dependence in need of significant assistance. d. total dependence.
A nurse is assessing a patient with a stage IV pressure ulcer. What assessment of the ulcer would be expected?
A) full-thickness skin loss C) blister formation B) skin pallor D) eschar formation
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He becomes confused and experiences visual hallucinations. The nurse recognizes these signs as indicative of _____________. Fill in the blanks with correct word
The nurse is responsible for making the first home evaluation and developing a patient care plan that can be followed by the home health aide
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.