It is unnecessary to use standard precautions when admitting a patient with a heart condition.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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Which cultural group is more likely to distrust the health care system than other cultural groups in the United States?
a. African Americans b. Chinese Americans c. Mexican Americans d. Lebanese Americans
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a. "I should cough and deep breathe 10 times every hour while awake." b. "I should avoid deep breathing after surgery." c. "I should take shallow breaths after surgery to prevent pain." d. "I should cough and deep breathe beginning 2 days after my surgery." e. "Coughing and deep breathing helps prevent respiratory problems."
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What is the nurse's initial action? a. Notify the physician. b. Administer pain medication. c. Discontinue the IV. d. Apply a cool compress to the site.