When performing an intradermal injection, the nurse instills a small amount of substance into the dermis and the injection is not aspirated. One of the uses of this technique is screening for:
a. diabetes.
b. tuberculosis.
c. hepatitis.
d. meningitis.
B
With intradermal injections absorption is slow, which makes it the best route for tuberculosis screening.
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A) Knowledge deficit related to modes of transmission B) Noncompliance with treatment regimen related to age C) Fear related to complications D) Alteration in comfort related to impaired skin integrity
The external ear canal contains sebaceous glands that produce cerumen
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
How did Florence Nightingale help bring about community health nursing? (Select all that apply.)
a. She convinced socially prominent wealthy women to volunteer to give care. b. She focused on all soldiers and their environment. c. She interacted with each individual person, assessing his or her needs and acting to meet those needs. d. She kept careful records on what was done and what were the results.
Drugs that are inserted into the vagina or rectum are termed ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).