What term should the nurse use to document blood-tinged sputum?
a. Hematemesis
b. Hypoxemia
c. Hemoptysis
d. Hypercarbia
ANS: C
C. Hemoptysis is blood-tinged sputum. A. Hematemesis is bloody emesis. B. Hypoxemia is low blood oxygen. D. Hypercarbia is high blood carbon dioxide.
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A new family decides not to have their newborn circumcised. What should the nurse teach regarding uncircumcised care?
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