A wound has a high risk of an infection. This is:
a. A contaminated wound
b. A chronic wound
c. A full-thickness wound
d. An infected wound
A
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The nurse is teaching a group of students about the similarities and differences between newborn skin and adult skin. Which statement by the group indicates that additional teaching is needed?
A) The newborn's skin and that of an adult are similar in thickness. B) The lipid composition of the skin of a newborn and adult is about the same. C) Skin development in the newborn is complete at birth. D) The newborn has more fibrils connecting the dermis and epidermis.
An intraaortic balloon pump (IABP) is being used for a patient who is in cardiogenic shock. Which assessment data indicate to the nurse that the goals of treatment with the IABP are being met?
a. Urine output of 25 mL/hr b. Heart rate of 110 beats/minute c. Cardiac output (CO) of 5 L/min d. Stroke volume (SV) of 40 mL/beat
When counseling individuals on health promotion concepts, the nurse should focus on:
1. Encouraging appropriate use of the health care system for good health including yearly checkups and routine screenings. 2. Positively influencing lifestyle choice including use of addictive substances, sexual practice, exercise, and nutrition. 3. Promoting effective stress management techniques such as yoga, imaging, and laugh therapy. 4. Reducing the negative effect of environmental forces, such as air pollution, noise, crowded living conditions, and crime, on health.
What electronic medical record advancement helps the nurse recognize when a generic drug has been ordered?
A) The computer verbally pronounces the medication. B) The computer displays the generic name and the chemical name side by side. C) The computer uses "Tall-man letters" to identify generic drugs. D) The computer will bold the medication for enhanced clarity.