A patient has been admitted to the hospital with burns to his upper chest. The nurse notes singed nasal hairs. It would be important for the nurse to assess this patient frequently for
a. decreased activity.
b. bradycardia.
c. respiratory complications.
d. hypertension.
C
Signs and symptoms of inhalation injury include singed nasal hairs. Breathing difficulties may take several hours to occur.
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A. Everyone falls silent. B. The group that was correct is the winner. C. Issues remain a concern. D. Everyone is satisfied with the solution.
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A) An attempt to push the body to perform physically at the same level as in the past B) A neglect of personal appearance and other hygiene practices C) A failure to restrict lifestyle choices in a health-appropriate way D) An expressed desire to enter a nursing home to receive daily care and assistance
Benzalkonium chloride (Zephiran) can be classified as a(n):
a. phenol. c. oxidizing agent. b. surface-active agent. d. chloroform.
All levels of prevention need to be addressed for all people who end up in correctional facilities. The Children's Defense Fund supports initiatives at the individual, family, community, organizational, and government level
Encouraging families to spend quality time together by hosting a movie or game night at a local church is an example of strategy at what level? A) Family B) Community C) Organizational D) Government