In caring for a stage IV pressure ulcer, the nurse assesses creamy yellow drainage with a necrotic odor. Which type of bacteria most likely causes this exudate?
a. Proteus
b. Bacteroides
c. Staphylococcus
d. Pseudomonas
C
Creamy yellow drainage is usually caused by Staphylococcus infections. Proteus is associated with a beige discharge having a fishy odor. Brown discharge having a fecal odor is seen in Bac-teroides. Pseudomonas-containing wounds produce a green-blue discharge with a fruity odor.
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Mixed methods are appropriate in all phases of an intervention project. Broadly speaking, the design is sequential, but each phase can involve the use of various mixed methods designs. What phase is qualitative design often given priority?
A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4
A patient states that she has a difficult time remembering when to resume her triphasic contraceptive pills following her menses. Which alternative plan will the nurse suggest that she discuss with her health care provider?
a. Changing to the 28-day packet b. Using the inert pills every other month c. Changing her prescription to the mini pill d. Calling the health care provider whenever she forgets to get appropriate instruction
Mina, who is suspected of an ovarian tumor is scheduled for a pelvic ultrasound. The nurse provides which preprocedure instruction to the client?
A. Eat a light breakfast only B. Maintain an NPO status before the procedure C. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the procedure D. Drink six to eight glasses of water without voiding before the test
Computerized documentation
A. is of no concern to the nursing assistant. B. is a means of communication for the ward clerk only. C. enhances the delivery of direct care. D. contributes to the nursing process.