A nurse is beginning a new position on the medical floor of a hospital. A patient is being admitted with symptoms consistent with tuberculosis. What personal protective equipment does the nurse need when caring for the patient?
A. Gloves
B. Gloves and mask
C. Gloves, mask, and gown
D. Gloves, gown, and respirator
ANS: D
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The population health nurse decides to screen the male population of a small rural community for the presence of suicide risks. On which risks should the nurse focus? (Select all that apply.)
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A patient is diagnosed with uterine prolapse into the vagina. The nurse understands that which factor likely contributed to this disorder?
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