Specific procedures used to prevent the spread of infection are
A. universal isolation.
B. isolation standards.
C. work practice controls.
D. drainage and secretion techniques.
Answer: C
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a. a high-fiber, low-fat diet. b. removal of the cause of diarrhea. c. adequate fluids to hydrate the patient. d. a low-fat, low-fiber, or low-lactose diet.
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The nurse is admitting a 9-year-old child with hemolytic uremic syndrome. What clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hematuria b. Anorexia c. Hypertension d. Purpura e. Proteinuria f. Periorbital edema
Patients who lie in bed or sit in a chair for long periods without moving are at risk for ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).