Which of the following components of the epidemiologic triangle contributes most to a female client developing a vaginal infection caused by fungi after successful treatment of her strep throat with antibiotics?
a. Agent
b. Environment
c. Host
d. Agent and host
ANS: B
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The mother of a toddler reports to the nurse that the child becomes cyanotic when he cries. Which question by the nurse is most important to ask the mother?
A. "Does he squat while he cries?" B. "How long does the cyanosis last?" C. "Is he growing normally?" D. "What was his birth weight?"
Order: Nipride at 0.3 mcg/kg/min Patient's weight: 176 lb The client is receiving a dosage of _______________
a. 24 mcg/min b. 52.8 mcg/min c. 52 mL/hr d. 24 mL/hr
Which of the following is true about Likert scales?
a. Data from each item are at the ratio level of measurement. b. Response set biases are not a problem. c. Scores from individual items can be summed for a total score. d. There must be seven response options for each item.
A patient has contracted syphilis from a sexual partner and has infected his spouse. What interventions should the nurse plan for this couple?
Select all that apply. 1. Explain the need for follow-up testing in three months and six months. 2. Refer to a marriage counselor. 3. Administer intramuscular injection of penicillin G as ordered. 4. Discuss abstaining from sexual activity until cured. 5. Review handwashing techniques.