The nurse is preparing to review postoperative wound care with the client who is 36 hours post–colon resection. Factors that will facilitate learning include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Prognosis.
2. Pain.
3. Passive learning.
4. Active learning.
5. Relevance.
4,5
Rationale: The client who has a poor prognosis, or had complicated surgery, might have anxiety that interferes with learning.
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A) "This drug will inhibit tumor growth." B) "This drug will prevent the development of an infection." C) "This drug will decrease the number of T cells." D) "This drug will promote renal failure."
What is the chance a female carrier for a gene mutation on her X chromosome for hemophilia will pass the gene mutation on to her son, who would be affected?
A) 25% B) 50% C) 75% D) 100%
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What is the answer?
When applying acyclovir, the nurse should:
a. apply the powder liberally. c. avoid applying it to open skin lesions. b. wear a finger cot or glove. d. massage the medication into the skin.