You are notified that a possible anthrax exposure occurred at the local military base. Civilian workers are routed to the local hospital's emergency department. Your responsibility is to set up PODs in the community
The function of the PODs in response to the anthrax exposure is to
A) distribute decontaminated food.
B) administer prophylactic medications.
C) distribute decontaminated water.
D) provide triage.
B
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a. "I will put the bacitracin ointment on the sore three times a day." b. "I will gently squeeze the sore to drain the liquid out once a day." c. "I will take Tylenol (acetaminophen) if my ear starts to hurt a lot." d. "I will put a warm compress on the sore for 15 minutes three times a day."
A client with psoriasis is being treated with topical corticosteroids. The nurse who is teaching the client about the application of the medication should explain that the correct way to apply the medication is to:
1. Apply the medication in a thin layer. 2. Avoid rubbing the medication into the skin. 3. Apply a thick layer of medication. 4. Continue medication even if lesions worsen, because it is only a temporary reaction.
Which trends are occurring when providing care for vulnerable populations? (Select all that ap-ply.)
a. Community-based care and interorganiza-tional partnerships b. Outreach and case finding c. Elimination of disparities d. Culturally and linguistically appropriate care e. Increased incidence of acute illnesses
Identify the primary effect produced by the beta-2 receptors when they are stimulated by epinephrine.
A. Vasodilation of coronary arteries B. Vasodilation of skeletal muscle blood vessels C. Bronchodilation of the bronchiolar smooth muscle D. All of these are correct.