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craiczarry

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The most important intervention for prevention of nosocomial infection in newborn nurseries is which of the following?
 
  a. effective handwashing
  b. monitoring staff for any infections
  c. use of cover gowns by personnel
  d. use of sterile supplies for all infant care

Question 2

Signs and symptoms that a woman should report immediately to her health care provider include (choose all that apply):
 
  a. Vaginal bleeding.
  b. Rupture of membranes.
  c. Heartburn accompanied by severe headache.
  d. Decreased libido.
  e. Urinary frequency.



mbcrismon

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Answer to Question 1

A
Effective handwashing using appropriate technique is the most important intervention in preventing nosocomial infections.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C

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Correct Vaginal bleeding, rupture of membranes, and severe headaches are all signs of potential complications in pregnancy. Patients should be advised to report these signs to their health care provider.
Incor-rect Decreased libido and urinary frequency are common discomforts of preg-nancy that do not require immediate health care interventions.



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