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haleyc112

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A client is receiving plasmapheresis. What action by the nurse best prevents infection in this client?
 
  a. Giving antibiotics prior to treatments
  b. Monitoring the client's vital signs
  c. Performing appropriate hand hygiene
  d. Placing the client in protective isolation

Question 2

A client in the family practice clinic has restless leg syndrome. Routine laboratory work reveals white blood cells 8000/mm3, magnesium 0.8 mEq/L, and sodium 138 mEq/L. What action by the nurse is best?
 
  a. Advise the client to restrict fluids.
  b. Assess the client for signs of infection.
  c. Have the client add table salt to food.
  d. Instruct the client on a magnesium supplement.


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Li Jun

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

ANS: C
Plasmapheresis is an invasive procedure, and the nurse uses good hand hygiene before and after client contact to prevent infection. Antibiotics are not necessary. Monitoring vital signs does not prevent infection but could alert the nurse to its possibility. The client does not need isolation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Iron and magnesium deficiencies can sometimes exacerbate or increase symptoms of restless leg syndrome. The client's magnesium level is low, and the client should be advised to add a magnesium supplement. The other actions are not needed.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 25, 2018
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