The home health nurse recommends air conditioner duct cleaning as a precaution against diseases caused by:
1. bacteria.
2. viruses.
3. fungi.
4. protozoa.
3
Air blowing into a room may be the mode of transfer of fungi spores, which have remained dormant in the duct during nonuse.
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A) Renal B) Central nervous system (CNS) C) Cardiovascular D) Integumentary
A patient with a history of injection drug use has been diagnosed with hepatitis C. When collaborating with the care team to plan this patient's treatment, the nurse should anticipate what intervention?
A) Administration of immune globulins B) A regimen of antiviral medications C) Rest and watchful waiting D) Administration of fresh-frozen plasma (FFP)
Which statement by a resident best indicates that the resident's psychosocial needs are being met?
a. "I'm really enjoying the opportunity to select my own mealtimes." b. "I miss being at home, but I understand why I must live here." c. "I appreciate being placed on the waiting list for a private room because I prefer living alone." d. "I'm an independent person who has al-ways made my own decisions, and I will for as long as I can."
A nurse manager has directed a registered nurse who is out of school for one year to become a member of the institution's policy and procedure committee. A goal in the nurse manager's delegation is to assist the nurse to what?
A) Be involved in the hospital B) Be confident in employment C) Grow in her profession D) Understand the hospital setting