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mrsjacobs44

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The emergency department nurse assessing a puncture wound of the foot knows that the most likely type of infection to this wound is a(n):
 
  a. aerobic bacterial infection.
  b. anaerobic bacterial infection.
  c. viral infection.
  d. fungal infection.

Question 2

A nurse considering purchasing malpractice insurance should be aware that malpractice insurance provided by the hospital:
 
  a. only offers protection while on duty.
  b. is limited in the amount of coverage.
  c. is difficult to renew.
  d. can be terminated at any time.


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dudman123

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

B
An anaerobic bacterial infection is one that grows in an unoxygenated environment.

Answer to Question 2

A
Most institutional insurance only provides liability coverage if the nurse is on duty at that facility.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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