A disease caused by pathogens that spread easily is:
a. A communicable disease
b. An infection
c. A nosocomial infection
d. Immunity
A
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The nurse observes yellow-tinged sclera on a client with dark skin. Based on this observation, what is the nurse's best action?
a. Evaluate the client further for hepatitis. b. Examine the soles of the client's feet. c. Inspect the client's oral mucosa. d. Place the client in contact isolation.
Which of the following patients would be most likely to use a self-administered medication system?
A) A patient who is alert and in an area where other patients won't disturb the drugs B) A 10-year-old child who is ambulatory on a pediatric unit of multiple-bed rooms C) An elderly patient in a semiprivate room with another patient who is confused D) A patient who is restrained to the bed as a safety measure against falling
Nosocomial infections are hospital-acquired infections
True False
When selecting bupropion for treatment of smoking cessation, it is important to differentiate between bupropion and the nicotine replacement products. Which of the following statements is true of bupropion?
A. It has an adverse effect profile that includes insomnia, dry mouth, and gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances. B. It is an antidepressant drug. C. It is available as 25-, 50-, 75-, and 150-mg tablets. D. All of the above statements are correct.