A nurse is instituting neutropenic precautions for a child. Which of the following would the nurse most likely include? Select all answers that apply
A) Placing the child in a semiprivate room
B) Avoiding rectal exams, suppositories, and enemas
C) Placing a mask on the child when outside the room
D) Encouraging an intake of raw fruits and vegetables
E) Discouraging fresh flowers in the child's room
B, C, E
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1. 6 2. 12 3. 8 4. 4 5.
An older adult sleeps in a recliner with cool, grayish-colored feet on the floor. Which should the nurse investigate to assess the vascular status of this older adult?
a. Ability to stand during activities of daily living b. Lateral ulcerations with brownish discoloration c. Complaints of dull aching and peripheral edema d. History of hypercholesterolemia and hypertension
The nurse is preparing to redress a wound and will secure the dressing using a gauze bandage as ordered by the physician. What is an advantage of gauze bandages?
a. Provision of warmth b. Applies strong pressure c. Antibacterial effects d. Prevents skin maceration
The nurse is providing care to a patient recovering from a bilateral adrenalectomy. What should the nurse do to assess for the onset of adrenal insufficiency?
A. Monitor strict intake and output. B. Change the dressing using clean technique. C. Place the patient on fluid restriction. D. Question the order for cortisol administration.