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shenderson6

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If a body fluid is spilled, the nurse should first don gloves, then spray the fluid with:
 
  a. liquid detergent.
  b. 20 bleach solution.
  c. 10 bleach solution.
  d. warm soapy water.

Question 2

The new LPN/LVN is concerned regarding what should or should not be done for patients. Select the resource that will best provide this information.
 
  a. Nurse Practice Act
  b. Standards of care
  c. Scope of nursing practice
  d. Professional organizations


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

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Any accidental body fluid spill should be cleaned up as soon as possible. The person cleaning the spill should wear gloves. One cup of bleach diluted with 10 cups of water should be used as a disinfectant to spray over the spill and clean up with paper towels. The paper towels should then be placed in the plastic-lined waste container.

Answer to Question 2

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Standards of care define what should or should not be done for patients.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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