What should the nurse do when the child arrives on the floor with the diagnosis of bacterial meningitis?
a. Arrange for humidified oxygen per mask
b. Place the child in respiratory isolation
c. Inquire about drug allergy
d. Hold NPO until orders arrive
ANS: B
Persons with bacterial meningitis are placed in respiratory isolation until the pathogen can no longer be cultured, usually 24 hours.
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An infant of African origin is being cared for by parents who immigrated to the United States 6 months prior. The mother is using an herbal paste to treat the baby's diaper rash. What should the nurse do to ensure cultural competence?
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a. confidentiality, consent, and justice. b. autonomy, social justice, and respect for persons. c. beneficence, respect for persons, and justice. d. altruism, confidentiality, and consent.
The first phase of development of the health care system was characterized by
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