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imanialler

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which of the following is an example of immunocompetence?
 
  a. A child that is immune to measles because of an inoculation
  b. A person who has seasonal allergies every fall
  c. When the symptoms of a common cold disappear in 1 day
  d. A neonate having a natural immunity from maternal antibodies

Question 2

What should the nurse do when the child arrives on the floor with the diagnosis of bacterial meningitis?
 
  a. Arrange for humidified oxygen per mask
  b. Place the child in respiratory isolation
  c. Inquire about drug allergy
  d. Hold NPO until orders arrive


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ladyjames123

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

ANS: C
Immunocompetence is demonstrated by the immune system responding appropriately to a foreign stimulus and the body's integrity is maintained as with cold symptoms that resolve with residual illness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Persons with bacterial meningitis are placed in respiratory isolation until the pathogen can no longer be cultured, usually 24 hours.


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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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