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james9437

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on: Jun 25, 2018
How should the nurse identify a patient before obtaining a laboratory specimen from him?
 
  a. Use at least two patient identifiers.
  b. Look at the chart before entering the room.
  c. Ask the patient his name.
  d. Check the patient's armband twice.

Question 2

The nurse is applying an ice pack to the patient's knee. She notices moisture on the outside of the bag. How should the nurse respond?
 
  a. Discard the ice pack because it is leaking.
  b. Refill the ice pack to the top.
  c. Continue to apply the ice pack.
  d. Open the ice pack to allow air inside.


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pratush dev

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Before obtaining a laboratory specimen, use at least two identifiers such as checking the identification number on the admission armband and asking the patient's name. Patients who are confused or who have a language barrier may smile and not understand the question. The patient could also have the wrong armband on; checking it twice would not change that.

Answer to Question 2

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Moisture may form on the outside of the bag if room temperature is warm. This does not indicate a leak. Fill the bag two-thirds full with small ice chips. The bag is easier to mold over a body part when it is not full. Excess air in the bag interferes with cold conduction.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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