The nurse chooses a wound V.A.C. for the following types of wounds: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. A venous stasis leg ulcer
2. Deep pressure ulcers
3. Partial-thickness burns
4. Wounds with large volume of drainage
5. Wounds that need to be dry to heal
2,3,4
Rationale: A venous stasis ulcer would be better treated with a hydrocolloid dressing that can be molded to uneven body surfaces.
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Mental health clinicians working from an ecological theoretical perspective would suggest violent behavior is:
a. a neurologically based instinctual drive b. a part of the socialization process c. a basic instinct of displaced self-destructive impulses d. influenced by interactions among personal predisposition, relationships, community, and society
Which statement is accurate regarding the use of beta-adrenergic blockers for use in clients with heart failure?
A. Higher doses are used initially until optimal vital signs are achieved. B. Dosage changes are done on a daily basis for the first 2 weeks. C. This drug class does not have an effect on the bronchioles of the lungs. D. They are generally used in combination with other heart-failure drugs.
The nurse is caring for a patient who suddenly becomes confused and tries to remove an intravenous (IV) infusion. Which priority action will the nurse take?
a. Assess the patient. b. Gather restraint supplies. c. Try alternatives to restraint. d. Call the health care provider for a restraint order.
Skilled care nursing facilities provide services to individuals with stable chronic illnesses.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)