A(n) __________ is characterized by a hyperimmune response to weak antigens that usually are harmless
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Allergic disorder
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A student has just performed a physical assessment on a patient who has a Clostridium difficile infection. As the student prepares to leave the room, the nurse notices that she uses an alcohol rub to cleanse her hands
What immediate action should the nurse take? a. No action is required. b. Report the student's action to the instructor. c. Ask the student to wash her hands with soap and water before she leaves. d. Discuss the matter with the student later in a quiet area.
The medical record states that a patient with infective endocarditis has Osler's nodes. The nurse would assess the patient for which finding?
1. Enlarged lymph nodes in the axilla 2. Painful mobile enlargement of the posterior lymph node chain in the neck 3. Painful red or purple lesions on the fingertips or toes 4. Round white spots on the retina
The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery. The nurse explains that the reason for writing in indelible ink on the surgical site the word "correct" is to
a. Distinguish the correct surgical site. b. Label the correct patient. c. Comply with the surgeon's preference. d. Adhere to the correct regulatory standard.
Generally, the earliest age at which puberty begins is _____ years in girls, _____ in boys
a. 13; 13 b. 11; 11 c. 10; 12 d. 12; 10