The nurse includes in the plan of care for a 5-year-old boy with nephrosis interventions for the protection of the integrity of the skin, which are: (Select all that apply.)
a. Carefully dry the underarms and groin
b. Support the genitals with an athletic supporter
c. Dry the moist skin with alcohol swabs
d. Dress in cotton clothing
e. Reposition frequently
A, B, D, E
The edematous child should be dressed in cotton garments and have underarms, groin, and abdominal folds carefully dried to prevent skin rash or breakdown. The genitals can be supported by an athletic supporter. Alcohol is drying and should be avoided.
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1. The client's precancer physical and mental health status 2. The presence of a strong support system 3. The quality and type of cancer treatment received 4. The type and number of cancer-related risk factors the client possesses
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A patient will be receiving a one-dose treatment for vaginal candidiasis. The nurse expects to administrate which drug?
A. Ketoconazole (nizoral) B. Fluconazole (diflucan) C. griseofulvin D. terbinafine (lamisil)
According to the text, behavioral tolerance is also referred to as
A. environmental tolerance B. conditioned tolerance C. analgesic tolerance D. administrative tolerance