When assessing the environment for dangers to yourself or others before commencing basic life support, which of the following would you look for?
a. Electrical cords or exposed wires.
b. Bodily fluids.
c. Environmental hazards, equipment.
d. All of the above.
d
Prior to commencing basic life support (BLS), person
nel should consider safety and the risks involved.
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Which of these statements best describes the action of the hormone progesterone during pregnancy?
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A client who has experienced a recent loss is in the hospital for the second time in a month with pneumonia. The nurse is aware that the client's family lives out of state
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Floods have hit a small town on the Mississippi many times. The last time, a levee broke and there was extensive property damage as well as several deaths. What should be the first preparation that the nurse should make before another flood hits?
A. Create child care centers. B. Establish morgue facilities. C. Plan for a parking area for rescue workers. D. Practice the nurse's personal family response plan.