The nurse is preparing to cleanse an older patient's pressure injury. Which techniques should the nurse use to perform this action? Select all that apply.
1. Pour saline over the wound using a saline-filled syringe.
2. Apply saline-soaked gauze over the wound.
3. Apply hydrogen peroxide over the wound.
4. Place gauze pads soaked with Dakin's solution on the wound.
5. Apply dry gauze pads over the wound and saturate with sterile water.
1. Pour saline over the wound using a saline-filled syringe.
2. Apply saline-soaked gauze over the wound.
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1. The client may discontinue its use in alcohol abuse treatment. 2. If alcohol is ingested, the client may experience a lethal reaction. 3. The client needs to avoid use of over-the-counter products that contain alcohol. 4. If alcohol is ingested, the client will feel less "high."
______ is the measurable aspect of a person's increase in physical dimensions
a. Growth b. Development c. Maturation d. The latency stage of development
Hearing loss in adolescents may occur secondary to:
1. genetics. 2. congenital deformities. 3. constant loud noises. 4. aging.
Which entry on the MAR was transcribed with all necessary information in the correct format?
A. Digoxin B. Probanthine C. Dilantin D. None