When assessing the external genitalia of a female client, the nurse notes several parasites crawling on the skin with nits attached to the pubic hair. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) Instruct the client to wash and shave the pubic hair.
B) Scrub the pubic area with soap to remove all the nits.
C) Advise the client to obtain over-the-counter pediculosis treatment.
D) Evacuate the living quarters for 1 month.
C
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A nurse is caring for a patient who abuses marijuana. The treatment for marijuana abuse consists mainly of
A) nonpharmacologic interventions combined with an exercise program. B) drug therapy with bromocriptine (Parlodel). C) aggressive respiratory assistance D) no nursing action unless the patient experiences a "bad trip."
The epidemiologic triad can be used to understand the relationship between work and health. Agents are factors associated with illness and injury. Which of the following are agents?
1. Flexible management styles of the authorities 2. Temperature extremes and crowding 3. Susceptible human beings 4. High-risks groups of individuals
You are assigned to shave Mrs. Desmond's operative site. She becomes fearful because the area you are shaving is so large. You should explain to her that
A) the incision will be the size of the area. B) the area being shaved is much larger than the incision size. C) she should speak with the physician about her concerns. D) she will get an infection if you do not shave the area.
Name and briefly describe three of the five types of leukocytes
What will be an ideal response?