While bathing a patient, the nurse assesses a red, unblanchable area on the coccyx. The best dressing for this lesion is a ________ dressing
a. transparent film
b. hydrocolloid
c. fluffy absorbent
d. wet-to-dry
A
A transparent film for a stage I pressure ulcer will protect it from shearing injury and will retain moisture. A hydrocolloid dressing would be appropriate for a larger, more advanced pressure ulcer. There is no discharge in a stage I pressure ulcer, making absorbent and wet-to-dry dressing options inappropriate.
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A) "Do you have a question that you want to ask me?" B) "Can you tell me where you are experiencing pain?" C) "Are you uncomfortable sitting in a chair?" D) "Are you getting enough rest and sleep?"
A nurse who works in a diabetes clinic is providing education regarding foot care to a group of patients and families
The nurse would make which statements to explain why these patients are at risk for foot ulcers? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "You may not be able to feel injury to your feet.". 2. "Changes in your blood vessels decrease circulation to your feet.". 3. "Diabetes makes you clumsier.". 4. "Your body responds to infection more slowly than do those without diabetes.". 5. "Swelling associated with diabetes tends to make shoes and socks fit more tightly.".
The nurse gave each participant a health-risk appraisal tool to determine the health needs of the group as a whole. What other purpose may the tool serve?
a. To assess the needs of the broader community b. To demonstrate the necessity of having health education programs c. To motivate participants to consider changing high-risk behaviors d. To provide data for future planning by the nurse's employer
Which of the following is true of vitamin D?
A. The most potent form of vitamin D is vitamin D3. B. Vitamin D deficiency leads to scurvy. C. Vitamin D is essential for the metabolism of bone and cartilage. D. Citrus fruits are the richest sources of vitamin D.