Author Question: The nurse uses cooling techniques to keep the body temperature below 105 F because such elevated ... (Read 137 times)

jhjkgdfhk · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse uses cooling techniques to keep the body temperature below 105 F because such elevated temperature can:

a. cause excessive thirst.
b. cause excessive perspiration.
c. damage body cells.
d. increase heart rate.

Question 2

When suctioning a tracheostomy, the nurse should:

a. wear clean gloves.
b. insert the catheter without suction.
c. suction for 1 minute before removing the catheter.
d. place the used catheter in a plastic shield for later use.

Zebsrer · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
If temperature exceeds 105 F, normal body cells may be damaged.

Answer to Question 2

B
Insertion of the suction catheter without suction reduces the probability of tissue injury.