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tichca

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on: Jul 24, 2018
What procedure should the nurse follow when applying hot compresses to an open wound?
 
  a. Apply clean gloves.
  b. Cover all wound surfaces.
  c. Leave the application in place for 30 to 40 minutes.
  d. Apply an electrical heating unit directly over the compress.

Question 2

A nurse anticipates that the testing on a sputum specimen that will support a diagnosis of tuberculosis will be a test for:
 
  A. Acid-fast bacilli
  B. General cytology
  C. Chemical analysis
  D. Culture and sensitivity


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Pack gauze snugly against the wound. Be sure that all wound surfaces are covered by a warm compress. Packing of compresses prevents rapid cooling from underlying air currents. Sterile gloves are used to contact an open wound. You apply heat for 20 to 30 minutes every 2 hours. Cover the moist compress with dry sterile dressing and a bath towel. Apply an aquathermia pad or a waterproof heating pad over the towel.

Answer to Question 2

A
A. Three major types of sputum specimens are sputum for cytology, culture and sensitivity, and acid-fast bacilli. The AFB is used to support the diagnosis of tuberculosis.
B. Cytological or cellular examinations of sputum may identify aberrant cells or cancer.
C. Chemical analysis would indicate chemicals within the blood, not sputum.
D. A definitive diagnosis of TB requires a sputum culture and sensitivity.


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tichca

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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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