The nurse instills erythromycin ointment into the eyes of all newborns just after birth to prevent:
a. nystagmus c. retinopathy
b. ophthalmia neonatorum d. strabismus
B
It is mandatory to instill erythromycin ointment into the eyes of all newborns just after birth to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum. This is an inflammation of the newborn's eyes that results from passing through the birth canal when gonorrheal or chlamydia infection is present.
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A) Hard stools full of worms B) Perianal itching C) Upset stomach D) Bloody diarrhea
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1. Chicken noodle soup 2. Ginger ale 3. Oatmeal 4. Hot tea with lemon
The parish nurse model in which the nurse may be in a contractual relationship with hospitals, medical centers, long-term care establishments, or educational institutions is
1. Congregational 2. Institutional 3. Pastoral care 4. Holistic care