What type of fire extinguisher should the nurse use when the oxygen concentrator machine malfunctions and causes an electrical fire?
a. Type A
b. Type B
c. Type C
d. Type D
ANS: C
Electrical fires require type C fire extinguishers.
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a. administering frequent mouth care. b. encouraging ingestion of dairy products. c. forcing fluids. d. maintaining reverse isolation.
A patient receiving enoxaparin (Lovenox) is scheduled for surgery. Why should the nurse discuss this medication with the anesthesia care provider?
1. Correct body alignment during surgery will be critical. 2. Aspirin may need to be substituted for the enoxaparin. 3. The patient should not receive medications that interact with enoxaparin. 4. The patient should not receive an epidural.
Which of the following is true?
a. Moral issues and political issues are very different. b. Knowledge of moral principles will guide policy makers to the one correct policy. c. A moral issue can become "political" in a number of ways. d. Judicial precedents are rarely considered when policy is formulated.
A group of middle-aged clients is inquiring about nutrition-related health problems inherent in their age group. In order to best address these concerns of this specific age group, the nurse should take which action?
1. Provide information, including a website, regarding-age specific diet plans. 2. Give all clients a handout on diets recommended by the ADA. 3. Tell the clients to check with their physician before dieting. 4. Have them write to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for more information.