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neverstopbelieb

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse is assisting a client to shave his beard. Which of the following statements accurately describes a recommended step in this process?
 
  A) Cover the client with a blanket.
  B) Fill a basin with cool water.
  C) Apply cream to area to be shaved in a layer about 1/2-inch thick.
  D) Shave against the direction of hair growth in upward, short strokes

Question 2

The nurse has completed bed bath on a client who is obese. The client asks you to sprinkle baby powder in the perineal area. Which of the following actions is correct?
 
  A) Inform the client that baby powder is not used because it may become a medium for bacterial growth.
  B) Carefully apply baby powder to skin folds only.
  C) Pour a small amount of powder into the hand and gently pat the perineal area while avoiding aerosolization of the powder.
  D) Apply a generous amount of baby powder to all areas where skin touches skin.


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tennis14576

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Steps in the procedure include: Cover patient's chest with a towel or waterproof pad. Fill bath basin with warm (43C to 46C 110F to 115F) water. Put on gloves. Moisten the area to be shaved with a washcloth. Dispense shaving cream into palm of hand. Apply cream to area to be shaved in a layer about 1/2-inch thick. With one hand, pull the skin taut at the area to be shaved. Using a smooth stroke, begin shaving. If shaving the face, shave with the direction of hair growth in downward, short strokes. If shaving a leg, shave against the hair in upward, short strokes. If shaving an underarm, pull skin taut and use short, upward strokes.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Failing to pull the foreskin back into place may cause tissue damage to the penis.


neverstopbelieb

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

ryansturges

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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