A male patient is brought to the emergency department (ED) from the site of a chemical fire. The paramedics report that the patient has a burn that involves the epidermis, dermis, and the muscle and bone of the right arm
When the nurse assesses the patient, the skin appears charred. Based on these assessment findings, what is the depth of the burn on the patient's right arm?
A) Superficial partial-thickness
B) Deep partial-thickness
C) Full partial-thickness
D) Full-thickness
D
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a. "Have you had a recent blood transfusion?" b. "Do you have allergies to iodine or shellfish?" c. "Are you taking any cardiac medications?" d. "Do you currently use oral contraceptives?"
What is the most common site for fertilization?
a. Lower segment of the uterus b. Outer third of the fallopian tube near the ovary c. Upper portion of the uterus d. Area of the fallopian tube farthest from the ovary
An RN testifies at a trial where domestic violence is being investigated. She had previously assisted with specimen collection and had assessed the victim. The nurse is involved in _____ nursing
a. triage b. forensic c. flight d. entrepreneurial
What is an individual’s genetic makeup called?
a. Phenotype b. Genotype c. Heterozygous locus d. Homozygous locus