The most important step of the handwashing procedure is
A. applying germicidal soap.
B. using very hot water.
C. friction.
D. using a towel to touch the faucet.
Answer: C
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The mother of a 2-day-old male has been informed that her child has sepsis. The mother is distraught, and says, "I should have known that something was wrong. Why didn't I see that he was so sick?" The best reply is:
1. "Newborns have immature immune function at birth, and illness is very hard to detect." 2. "Your mothering skills will improve with time. You should take the newborn class." 3. "Your baby didn't get enough active acquired immunity from you during the pregnancy." 4. "The immunity your baby gets in utero doesn't start to function until he is 4–8 weeks of age."
Which of the following statements about gerontological nursing is supported by research evidence?
A) Geriatric nurse practitioners increase the cost of care for elderly patients in hospitals. B) Whether geriatric nurse practitioners are employed has no effect on the quality of care for older adults in ambulatory care settings. C) Gerontological clinical nurse specialists in acute hospitals decrease the length of stay for elderly patients. D) In acute hospitals, readmission rates post-discharge are higher when gerontological nurse specialists are employed.
The term Nursing Process refers to:
a. a health-care approach focusing on patient compliance and trust. b. a problem-solving method for developing a plan of care. c. health-promotion approaches that focus on wellness outcomes. d. legal standards guiding nursing care.
The nurse is assessing a preschool-age patient who states, "My babysitter touches me in my private parts." Based on this data which type of abuse is the patient experiencing?
1) Physical 2) Neglect 3) Emotional 4) Sexual