The term used during a pandemic disaster that refers to the attempt to contain germs by limiting socialization and personal interactions is ___________
Fill in the blank with the correct words.
ANS:
social distancing
The term social distancing refers to the attempt to keep people as far apart as possible so as to limit the possibility of spreading germs.
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A patient has been prescribed a topical glucocorticoid for contact dermatitis. The nurse should instruct the patient to:
a. apply the drug every 2 hours while awake. b. apply a thin film and gently rub it in. c. cover the applied area with an occlusive dressing. d. apply only to the mucous membranes.
The nurse recognizes that the most common way for microorganisms to spread is through
1. The air. 2. Indirect contact. 3. A droplet. 4. Direct contact.
You are working with a client who has a diagnosis of schizophrenia. This client is usually dressed in two overcoats, three scarves, and a pair of dress gloves that do not match, even on days when the temperature is over 60 degrees Fahrenheit
Assessing the dress of this client, you know that symptoms of schizophrenia usually lead to which of the following behaviors? a. oppositional behavior b. mimicking behaviors c. bizarre social behaviors d. fixation on being warm
During a discussion among hospital supervisors, changes are being considered. Which of the following responses is an example of an internal force for change?
1. "We're finding that the client acuity level in the Progressive Care Unit has increased dramatically over the last year." 2. "The amount of money that is being reimbursed by Medicare for knee replacement surgery has decreased $250 over the last 2 years." 3. "The number of people residing in this area who are at or below poverty level has increased to 32%." 4. "The local community college lost its accreditation by the National League of Nursing again, and is dismantling its nursing program."