A patient has an acute infection. What type of blood cell does the nurse expect to be increased?

A) Erythrocytes
B) Neutrophils
C) Platelets
D) Basophils


B

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The nurse is caring for 3-month-old with nasolacrimal duct obstruction. Which of the following interventions will be part of the child's care?

A) Being careful to prevent spread of infection B) Teaching the parents how to gently massage the duct C) Applying hot, moist compresses to the affected eye D) Referring the child to an ophthalmologist

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The registered nurse is assigning a practical nurse to care for a client who has leukemia. Which instruction does the registered nurse provide to the practical nurse when delegating this client's care?

a. Evaluate the amount of protein the client eats. b. Assess the client's roommate for symp-toms of infection. c. Perform effective hand hygiene frequent-ly. d. Wear a mask when entering the room.

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According to the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970, a substance with high abuse and dependence potential, accepted medical use, obtainable only with a health care provider's prescription that may not be refilled would be

classified as which schedule of controlled substances? a. I (C-I) c. IV (C-IV) b. II (C-II) d. V (C-V)

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Which herb may be used to treat liver disease?

a. Milk thistle b. Echinacea c. St. John's wort d. Saw palmetto

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