When R.T.'s white blood cell (WBC) count begins to drop, which is the most important
means to teach him to protect himself from infection?
a. Brushing and flossing his teeth after meals and before bed
b. Having someone else clean the litterbox of all household pets
c. Staying away from people who are visibly sick or have a cold
d. Washing his hands frequently, especially after using the restroom and before eating
d
The best means to reduce the risk of infection is to have the patient wash his hands well with soap
and water and to wash hands before cooking and eating, after using the bathroom, and after being
in a public place. He should use hand sanitizer when he cannot find soap and water.
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A) Fruity breath B) Edema C) Dehydration D) Agitation E) slow and deep respirations
Seven important features have been identified as benefits of primary care. Which of the following is not one of these seven benefits?
a. care that is continuous b. care that began at first contact with the patient c. care that is integral d. care that is community oriented
Which of the following is true of both theories and conceptual models?
A) They are invented or created, not discovered. B) They need to be borrowed from other disciplines for nursing studies. C) They contain a set of logically interrelated propositions. D) They are different words for exactly the same thing.
The nurse is gathering information regarding the client's psychosocial history. Which of the following questions would be included in this assessment?
1. "How did your father die?" 2. "Have you had any major surgeries?" 3. "Have you noticed any change in your vision?" 4. "How long have you worked for your current employer?"