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Sportsfan2111

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The nurse is caring for a 15-year-old suspected of having HIV infection. Which laboratory tests does the nurse anticipate will be ordered for this patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  ELISA antibody test
  B.
  IgA quantification test
  C.
  Saliva antibody test
  D.
  Urine HIV antigen test
  E.
  Western blot test

Question 2

The pediatric nurse explains to a student that which actions are most important in preventing and controlling infections? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  Administering antibiotics
  B.
  Educating the public
  C.
  Monitoring for outbreaks
  D.
  Providing immunizations
  E.
  Scheduling physical exams


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cswans24

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, E
The two major diagnostic tests for HIV infection are the ELISA, and if positive, the confirmatory Western blot test. Urine and oral fluid testing is available but is not as accurate. IgA testing is not related.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D
Prevention and control of infections, especially communicable diseases, centers around surveillance, public education, and immunization.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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