A patient is to undergo extensive dental surgery. The dentist prescribes a course of antibiotics before beginning the procedure and continuing for 5 days after the procedure. This is an example of which of the following?
A) Chemotherapy
B) Curative treatment
C) Prophylaxis
D) Synergism
C
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A 16-year-old primipara delivers a 6-pound, 5-ounce baby vaginally without complications. The client's culture for chlamydia at 34 weeks was positive, but she did not get the prescription filled to treat the infection
Discharge teaching for this client should include monitoring her baby for a. oral thrush c. respiratory symptoms b. poor feeding d. skin rash
Which are nursing measures that can promote parent-infant bonding and attachment? (Select all that apply.)
a. Provide comfort and ample time for rest. b. Keep the baby wrapped to avoid cold stress. c. Position the infant face to face with the mother. d. Point out the characteristics of the infant in a positive way. e. Limit the amount of modeling so the mother doesn't feel insecure.
What occurs during the process of repair after tissue damage?
a. Nonfunctioning scar tissue replaces destroyed tissue. b. Regeneration occurs; the original tissue is replaced. c. Resolution occurs; tissue is regenerated. d. Epithelialization replaces destroyed tissue
The nurse is concluding the patient assessment. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate?
A. Acquire secondary data to verify health problems B. summarize findings and concerns with the patient C. discuss patients hx with other providers D. Apply interventions appropriate for patient condition