The nurse, in compliance with the 1991 Recommendations for Immunization of Healthcare Workers by the CDC, will have received
a. a tetanus booster every year.
b. HIV vaccination upon employment.
c. immunization against cholera.
d. the three-dose series of hepatitis B vaccine.
D
The 1991 CDC recommendations for hepatitis B immunization of high-risk individuals, including health care professionals, include a complete series of three doses within 6 months.
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Which findings demonstrate achievement of desired outcomes related to sleep improvement? Select all that apply
a. Ability to resume sleep after awakening b. Patient's perception of improvement c. Decreased time falling asleep d. Fewer than 5 hours of sleep e. Dependence on sleep aids f. Fewer awakenings
The emergency department nurse admits a patient following a motor vehicle collision
Vital signs include blood pressure 70/50 mm Hg, heart rate 140 beats/min, respiratory rate 36 breaths/min, temperature 101° F and oxygen saturation (SpO2) 95% on 3 L of oxygen per nasal cannula. Laboratory results include hemoglobin 6.0 g/dL, hematocrit 20%, and potassium 4.0 mEq/L. Based on this assessment, what is most important for the nurse to include in the patient's plan of care? a. Insertion of an 18-gauge peripheral intravenous line b. Application of cushioned heel protectors c. Implementation of fall precautions d. Implementation of universal precautions
A client, who is recovering from bariatric surgery, is returning from the postanesthesia care unit. Which nursing assessment is of greatest concern in the immediate postoperative period for this client?
A) Impaired Gas Exchange B) Self-Care Deficit C) Impaired Mobility D) Diarrhea
A client was prescribed a transdermal nitroglycerin patch, 5 mg/24 hr. What is an important point of instruction for the client?
a. Leave the old patch on when applying the new patch. b. Change to a new site when applying the new nitroglycerin patch. c. Apply the nitroglycerin patch only to the chest area. d. The patch medication area may be touched while applying it.