A nurse is caring for a group of hospitalized clients. Which client is at greatest risk for infection and sepsis?
A. 18-year-old who had an emergency splenectomy
B. 22-year-old with recently diagnosed sickle cell anemia
C. 38-year-old with hemolytic anemia
D. 40-year-old alcoholic with liver disease
Answer: A. 18-year-old who had an emergency splenectomy
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A) Implement distraction techniques. B) Administer an analgesic. C) Inform the nurse-manager. D) Call the health care provider immediately.
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The best goal for this client is: 1. The client will bicycle at 10 mph for 1 hour or more every day. 2. The client will jog for 15 minutes per day 5 days per week. 3. The client will walk at least 5 mph for 15 minutes per day. 4. The client will swim for 15 minutes per day 5 days per week.
Some children with iron-deficiency anemia may be prescribed iron dextran by injection. This should be injected
A) intradermally. B) subcutaneously. C) intramuscularly. D) via Z-track technique.