____________________ traction is applied through the skin to the bone.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Skeletal

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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The nurse is providing patient education about the administration of ritonavir (Norvir). What statement by the patient demonstrates understanding of the teaching?

a. "I can take my medicine with my coffee." b. "I should take my medicine with a glass of milk." c. "I may take my medication with water but on an empty stomach." d. "I may take my medication with a very low-fat meal."

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The nurse is caring for an elderly critically ill patient. Because of the normal aging changes in the skin, what is a nursing priority?

A) Adherence to hand hygiene protocols B) Increased frequency of vital sign monitoring C) Explanations of procedure rationales D) Move patient without sliding on linen

Nursing

A nurse is teaching a patient about his newly prescribed drug, colchicine, for gout. The nurse will instruct the patient to avoid which of the following foods?

A) Green beans B) Shrimp C) Eggs D) Milk

Nursing