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jparksx

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A nurse plans care for a client admitted with a snakebite to the right leg. With whom should the nurse collaborate?
 
  a. The facility's neurologist
  b. The poison control center
  c. The physical therapy department
  d. A herpetologist (snake specialist)

Question 2

A nurse teaches a community health class about water safety. Which statement by a participant indicates that additional teaching is needed?
 
  a. I can go swimming all by myself because I am a certified lifeguard.
  b. I cannot leave my toddler alone in the bathtub for even a minute.
  c. I will appoint one adult to supervise the pool at all times during a party.
  d. I will make sure that there is a phone near my pool in case of an emergency.


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dantucker

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

ANS: B
For the client with a snakebite, the nurse should contact the regional poison control center immediately for specific advice on antivenom administration and client management.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
People should never swim alone, regardless of lifeguard status. The other statements indicate good understanding of the teaching.


jparksx

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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