Author Question: People are fearful of the West Nile virus. Which of the following statements could a nurse ... (Read 73 times)

WWatsford · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

People are fearful of the West Nile virus. Which of the following statements could a nurse truthfully say to them?

a. You should avoid forested areas to protect yourself.
b. Don't touch any dead birds or other small animals.
c. Wear insect repellent because the disease is spread by infected mosquitoes.
d. The disease is present in only isolated areas of the United States.

Question 2

Which of the following persons would be most at risk for contracting an infectious disease?

a. The woman who has been taking antituberculosis medication for 3 months
b. The elderly woman who recently emigrated with her family from Asia
c. A full-time nurse at the local public health clinic
d. A volunteer nurse aide at the sexually transmitted disease clinic