During which stage of the infectious process does a client with chickenpox see the first skin eruptions of the disease?
a. convalescent c. incubation
b. illness d. prodromal
D
In the prodromal stage, nonspecific symptoms begin and then become specific to the infectious process. The infectious agent continues to invade and multiply in the host. The client may also be infectious to others during this stage.
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Surgeries are commonly classified by which of the following? Select all that apply
a. Acuity b. Level of urgency c. Length of surgery d. Organ involved
The nurse measures a client's vital signs according to agency policy, as well as: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Before discharge. 2. At least every 6 hours if the client has had an elevated temperature within the past 24 hours. 3. Before calling the physician. 4. Before transfer to a new unit. 5. On admission to a facility.
After failing to effectively clear a patient's airway by having him cough, the nurse is now suctioning his airway. What complication related to suctioning should the nurse be aware of?
A) Bradycardia B) Tachycardia C) Hyperglycemia D) Hypertension
Which guideline should a nurse use when applying the components of psychotherapeutic management to the care of a patient with mental illness?
a. The nurse's role in milieu management is secondary to that of social work. b. Omitting any one component usually will result in less effective treatment. c. The most important element of psychotherapeutic management is drug therapy. d. A therapeutic nurse–patient relationship is the most important aspect of treatment.