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APUS57

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A patient diagnosed with a stasis ulcer has been hospitalized on the unit. The nurse has orders to change the dressing and provide wound care. Which activity should the nurse perform first?
 
  A) Assess the drainage in the dressing.
  B) Slowly remove the soiled dressing.
  C) Wash hands thoroughly.
  D) Put on latex gloves.

Question 2

A 34-year-old man has been diagnosed with HSV-2 and is preparing to begin treatment with acyclovir (Zovirax). When providing health education about his new medication regimen, what information should the nurse provide to this patient?
 
  A) The drug may relieve his symptoms but it will not cure him of herpes.
  B) The drug requires several months of conscientious adherence to cure HSV-2.
  C) This antiviral medication will prevent him from transmitting the disease to a partner.
  D) This drug will suppress his immune system but relieve the signs and symptoms of the disease.


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shoemake

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A


APUS57

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

Perkypinki

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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