If your eyes, nose, or mouth contact blood or other potentially infectious materials, the first thing you should do is
A. wash with soap and water for 15 minutes.
B. report to your supervisor immediately.
C. rinse the area well with clear water immediately.
D. contact your personal physician immediately.
Answer: C
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a. Minimizing environmental stimuli b. Administering immunoglobulin c. Monitoring and maintaining systemic blood pressure d. Discussing long-term care issues with the family
When awakening the patient, you should
A. call the patient's name from the door. B. shake the patient gently by the shoulder. C. place your hand on the patient's arm and say his name. D. grab the patient's foot and gently turn it side to side.
When teaching about wound care in the home environment, the nurse instructs the client and caregiver to:
A. Make normal saline with 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 quart of boiling water B. Use normal saline for 1 week and then discard it C. Always apply topical anesthetics before wound care D. Call the physician's office to have someone come to the home and complete the wound care
What is the most important action for a patient to take to prevent or delay long-term complications of diabetes?
a. Carefully control blood glucose. b. Regularly inspect feet. c. Limit fluids to prevent stress to kidneys. d. Keep orange juice with sugar available at all times.