Author Question: MC Clients at risk for postoperative infections include all of the following except those who have a ... (Read 32 times)

lb_gilbert · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

MC Clients at risk for postoperative infections include all of the following except those who have a history of

A. Previous surgeries.
B. Obesity.
C. Prolonged antibiotic therapy.
D. Corticosteroid therapy.

Question 2

An appropriate aspect of teaching temperature monitoring in the home is to:

A. Suggest aspirin to decrease fevers
B. Recommend using only tympanic membrane sensors
C. Encourage the use of alcohol rubs to reduce fevers
D. Demonstrate the technique on yourself or a family member rather than on the client

recede · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D
D. Teaching session should involve active client participation.
A. Use caution in recommending aspirin or any other over-the-counter drug or antipyretic medicine in clients whose conditions contraindicate their use.
B. The need for an oral, rectal, or axillary temperature is determined based on the client's age and health status.
C. Instruct never to use sponging with isopropyl alcohol to lower fever because of neurotoxic effects that have been reported.