The nurse assesses a bed-bound resident, a reddened area over the coccyx that does not blanch is discovered. Which is the best intervention to prevent further skin damage?
a. Cover the site with a transparent film dressing.
b. Apply warm compresses each shift.
c. Turn the patient every 2 hours.
d. Continue to monitor the area.
Question 2
The home health nurse is caring for a patient with polycythemia vera. Which focus is most important for the nurse to emphasize?
a. Maintenance of high fluid intake
b. Daily exercise to reduce weight
c. Daily dose of anticoagulants
d. Adequate intake of vitamin C
Striking examples where high surface area releases heat.
Nurse bees tending to brood in cells both open and capped with beeswax.
The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history
Home Health Nurse.
Medical assistant working in a front office area of a medical office.
Increase in Surface Area by Mechanical Weathering