An elderly client has an order for a tuberculin skin test. The correct technique to give the two-step test purified protein derivative (PP
D) is to
A) administer an injection of 5-TU subcutaneously; observe for induration in 48 hours; repeat the test and measure the induration.
B) administer an injection of 5-TU intradermally and measure the induration in 72 hours; if the test is negative, repeat the test within 1 to 2 weeks and measure the induration in 72 hours.
C) administer 5 units of BCG vaccine subcutaneously; in 72 hours administer an injection of 5-TU intradermally and measure the induration in 24 hours. Repeat the test in two weeks.
D) administer an injection of 5-TU intradermally at one site and administer an injection of 5-TU subcutaneously and measure the induration of both sites in 72 hours.
B
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a. calculating anesthesia dose. b. predicting blood loss. c. assessing respiratory volume. d. anticipating fluid needs.
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a. Chance b. Duty c. Feelings or emotions d. Professional experience