Answer to Question 1
B
While drinking bottled water is good, ice cubes may be made with tap water, which in certain countries may contain bacteria that can cause diarrhea. Washing hands before and after handling raw meat or poultry is important, but it is not necessary to wear gloves. The patient should con-tinue drinking adequate fluids while having diarrhea to prevent dehydration. Washing hands after using the bathroom or changing diapers can prevent the spread of diarrhea.
Answer to Question 2
C
Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone drug that concentrates in the urine, making the urine irritating to surrounding tissues. The patient may experience pain or burning of the urethra and nearby tis-sues during urination. An incontinent patient may have skin irritation over the entire perineal area. To avoid this, teach the patient to drink a full glass of water with each dose and to drink more fluids throughout the day.
The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history
Documenting the health history is a crucial step in providing patient care
Patient teaching: lung assessment
Example of a patient’s ledger in practice management software.
The physician uses auscultation to listen to a patient’s heart.
Valves in veins open to permit blood flow, close to prevent backflow.