Which of the following most accurately defines an infection?
A) an illness resulting from living in an unclean environment
B) the result of lack of knowledge about food preparation
C) a disease resulting from pathogens in or on the body
D) an acute or chronic illness resulting from traumatic injury
C
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The nurse is teaching a community education class on the prevention of eye injuries and caring for someone with an eye injury
What should be included in this presentation? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Eye protection devices should be worn when participating in high-risk sports or occupations. 2. Most eye injuries are self-limited and do not require medical intervention. 3. Immediately flush the eye with copious amounts of water if a chemical splash occurs. 4. Loose, visible objects can be removed using a clean, moistened cotton-tipped swab. 5. If an object appears to penetrate the eye, gently remove it using sterile gauze and seek medical attention.
A group of students are integrating the information they have learned in class and using the information in the clinical setting when working with patients. What is this content considered in nursing education?
A) Cognitive content B) Psychomotor content C) Application of content D) Development of content
The school nurse is developing a flyer to distribute to students about how to access and use the Internet safely. The flyer should include information pertinent to: (Select all that apply.)
a. Never sharing personal information b. Never going to chat rooms c. Discussing with the parent relationships developed over the Internet d. Never sending messages one would not say aloud and in person e. Never meeting with an online contact
A nurse is to prepare a 45-year-old client for surgery under general anesthesia. What must the nurse keep in mind when providing general preoperative care for the client?
A) Shave the skin over the operative area about 3 hours before surgery. B) Avoid giving fluids or food at least 8 hours before the surgery. C) Ensure aspirin and ibuprofen are stopped at least 2 days in advance. D) Ensure that the client signs the consent to surgery in the operating room.