Which of the following is an example of contact transmission of an infectious agent?
a. transmission of tuberculosis in respiratory secretions
b. transmission of cholera in drinking water
c. transmission of Lyme disease by a tick bite
d. transmission of syphilis by sexual intercourse
D
Direct contact is the most common portal of exit and occurs with touching, kissing, and sexual intercourse. Sources involved are skin, mucous membranes, urine, feces, reproductive tract, and blood. Droplets are also considered direct contact.
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Before performing a gavage feeding, the nurse should:
a. hold the feeding tube under water to check for bubbling. b. check for gastric distention. c. aspirate stomach contents. d. ensure sterility of feeding equipment.
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A) Maintenance of skin integrity B) Prevention of bone metastasis C) Maintenance of adequate levels of activated vitamin D D) Maintenance of adequate parathyroid hormone function
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