The nurse is caring for an older patient with a stage II pressure ulcer. Which product will the nurse use to clean the wound at the next dressing change?
1. Saline
2. Dakin's solution
3. Povidone-iodine
4. Hydrogen peroxide
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Rationale: The safest, most cost effective and most common cleansing agent for wounds is isotonic saline.
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A client, age 60, has obtained physician approval to begin a light exercise program that will include walking and swimming. The client questions the nurse about his ability to actually have success in physical training
What response by the nurse is indicated? A) "There may be a reduction in ability to train as a result of a lack of muscle regeneration." B) "Muscle tissue is still able to be trained effectively." C) "There will be some age-related changes, as you have lost half of your muscle mass." D) "Muscle fibers atrophy, preventing training."
The nurse assesses that the 22-year-old woman who is totally committed to her career and who does not date or socialize is ____________________
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Circulation formed by smaller blood vessels branching off from or near larger occluded vessels is referred to as __________
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The client has an epidermal cyst behind the right ear. Why is surgical removal of this cyst indicated?
A. Most cysts become chronically infected and painful. B. Epidermal cysts have a high rate of transformation to cancer. C. The client's glasses press against the cyst and cause discomfort. D. Unless surgically removed, the cyst could increase in size and compromise the client's hearing.