A nurse is assigned to care for a client with an infection caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The client has an abdominal wound that requires irrigation and has a tracheostomy attached to a mechanical ventilator that requires frequent suctioning. While gathering the needed supplies before entering the client's room, which necessary protective items does the nurse obtain?
A. Mask
B. Gown
C. Gloves
D. Face shield
E. Shoe protectors
Ans:
B. Gown
C. Gloves
D. Face shield
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1. lifestyle 2. cognitive abilities 3. education level 4. developmental level
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Select all that apply. 1. Palpate the breasts. 2. Ausculate the carotid. 3. Check vaginal discharge. 4. Assess the extremities. 5. Inspect the perineum.
At 35 weeks' gestation, a patient experiences preterm labor. Tocolytics are administered and the patient is on bed rest at home. What should the nurse teach this patient?
A) Assess pulse daily and if over 100 call the health care provider B) Fetal kick counts should be 10 per hour, call if under 3 are felt C) A nonstress test will be done to evaluate late decelerations D) Sexual intercourse can be resumed when the contractions stop for two days
The disease that is on the increase because of the growing obesity population and is associated with coronary artery disease and use of corticosteroids is_______________
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