A nurse is completing a disease investigation. Based on the clinical symptoms presented, it is assumed that the individual has measles. However, there has been no laboratory evidence docu-menting that this individual has the disease
What type of case is the nurse investigating? a. A suspected case
b. A confirmed case
c. A prolonged case
d. An identified case
A
A suspected case is a clinically compatible case of illness without isolation.
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1. empathy. 2. sympathy. 3. compassion. 4. sensitivity.
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The patient is distraught over this suggestion. The nurse caring for her recognizes the most likely cause of distress is a result of a change in which of the following? a. Body image b. Role performance c. Self-esteem d. Identity
When admitting a client to the hospital, what should the nurse do initially to prevent pressure sores?
A) Identify if the client is at risk for the development of pressure sores. B) Inform the other healthcare team members to be sure the client is turned every 2 hours. C) Make sure the client is kept clean and dry. D) Pad the body areas that are prone to breakdown.
The nurse is reinforcing teaching provided to a patient about risk factors for prerenal injury. Which risk factor should the patient state that indicates understanding of this teaching?
a. "Kidney stones." b. "Enlarged prostate." c. "Exposure to nephrotoxins agents." d. "Use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs."