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JMatthes

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When the older man complains of a hard white patch that has developed on the side of his tongue, the nurse should:
 
  a. request a dental consult to evaluate his dentures for adequate fit.
  b. examine his teeth to assess for a lost filling, which has left sharp edges on his teeth.
  c. request a medical consult for evaluation of a precancerous lesion.
  d. provide frequent, warm, salt water rinses for his mouth.

Question 2

The nurse explains that the purpose of the hydrocolloid dressing applied to a clean stage II pressure ulcer is to ___________________ _______. (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. dbride the ulcer.
  b. prevent shear force trauma.
  c. absorb the exudate.
  d. prevent infection.
  e. make an air-occlusive seal.


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Brummell1998

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

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D, E


JMatthes

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
No problemo


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