The nurse is changing a client's dressing, and notes that the wound is obviously infected. The drainage is purulent, and has a foul odor
When asked how the wound looks, the nurse says "it looks fine" even though his face tells a different story. This nurse needs to work on which aspect of communication? A)
Credibility
B)
Clarity and brevity
C)
Timing and relevance
D)
Adaptability
D
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a. Lactating women require more calories and protein. b. Pregnant women need more calcium. c. Lactating women require fewer vitamins. d. Pregnant women require more iron and protein.
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a. "Never stop taking this drug without consulting your prescriber." b. "Avoid crowds and people who are ill." c. "Be sure to take this drug with food." d. "Reduce your salt intake."
The nursing student understands that the primary purpose of neutrophils in the inflammatory response is to:
1. Dilate the blood vessels. 2. Increase fluids at the site of injury. 3. Phagocytize any potentially harmful agents. 4. Produce permeability of the blood vessels.