An experienced medical nurse has provided care for patients who have immunodeficiencies that are primary, as well as for patients who have secondary immunodeficiencies
Which of the following individuals is most clearly exhibiting secondary immunodeficiency?
A) A woman whose diagnosis of sepsis is attributable to her recent chemotherapy
B) An elderly resident of a long-term care facility who has been diagnosed with the Norwalk virus
C) A child who had an allergic reaction to a scheduled immunization
D) A man who developed deep vein thrombosis (DVT) after being immobilized during recovery from orthopedic surgery
A
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1. "A high systemic blood pressure can have a negative effect on my heart." 2. "All arteries carry oxygen away from the heart." 3. "The pulmonary vein carries oxygenated blood to the heart." 4. "Arterioles carry oxygenated blood to the capillary bed."
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A) A client with burns involving the hands B) A client with burns of the face and neck C) A client with burns in the perineal area D) A client with burns in the abdominal area
The client is using a medication that paralyzes the cilia in the airways. What should you teach this client about this side effect?
A. "Increase the amount of water you drink to prevent throat dryness." B. "Cough every hour to help bring up mucus and secretions." C. "Eat soft foods because swallowing will be more difficult." D. "Exercise slowly and infrequently to prevent wheezing."