The nurse correctly labels the tube containing a blood-draw specimen
1. Before entering the patient's room.
2. In the patient's room but before obtaining the specimen.
3. Immediately after obtaining the specimen.
4. After leaving the patient's room.
ANS: 3
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A) "Research has shown that viruses may actually be a factor in many children's asthma." B) "The most reliable indicator that your child is having an asthma attack is audible wheezing." C) "Steroids that your child can inhale will likely be the first line of defense." D) "Your son will likely need to limit or avoid exercise and sports."
An adolescent asks the nurse about the "safety of getting a tattoo." The nurse explains to the adolescent that it is important to find a qualified operator using proper sterile technique because an unsterilized needle or contaminated tattoo ink can cause
a. Hepatitis C virus b. Hepatitis B virus c. Hepatitis E virus d. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) e. Mycobacterium chelonae skin infections
Since the late 1900s until now, the overall changes associated with patient safety would best be described as
A. Significantly improved B. Significantly worse C. Better in some areas and worse in others D. None of the above
A concerned mother of a 4-year-old asks the nurse, "My new boyfriend was sexually abused as a child. Should I worry about the safety of my child?" The best response is:
A) "Your boyfriend's childhood experience makes him the safest person for your child to be around, as he will make sure that your daughter doesn't experience the same thing." B) "I would keep a close eye on him; most people who were sexually abused as children go on to sexually abuse others." C) "There is no evidence that someone who was sexually abused as a child is at higher risk of being an abuser." D) "Given his history, your boyfriend associates feelings of love with sexual behavior."