Research has shown an increased risk of contracting Neisseria meningitides from respirator secretions during which of the following procedures?
a. providing a complete bed bath c. examining vaginal or rectal secretions
b. injecting material into epidural spaces d. inserting a Foley catheter or rectal tube
B
The CDC now recommends that face masks be worn when placing a catheter or injecting materials into epidural or subdural spaces. Research has shown an increased risk of contracting Neisseria meningitides from respiratory secretions during these invasive procedures.
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1. the divorced parent withoutcustody. 2. a cohabitating unmarried boyfriendof the child's mother. 3. a grandparent who lives in the homewith the child. 4. a babysitter with written proxyconsent.
The nurse is scheduled to attend a continuing education program to learn about the latest urinary catheterization care. Which type of credential should the nurse expect to earn after attending this program?
1. None because this program is designed to enhance a skill 2. Advanced degree 3. Certification as a renal nurse 4. Credit hours toward an advanced degree
The function of self-concept in human beings is to serve as a frame of reference that
A) Identifies areas of strength and weakness B) Processes external stimuli from the environment C) Evaluates events as they are occurring in life D) Influences how one handles life situations
__________is known as the basis for all present-day U.S. food and drug laws.
A. The Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 2 B. The Dietary Health and Education Act of 1994 C. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 D. The Kefauver-Harris Amendment of 1962