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jc611

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Which of the following have been identified as evidence-based guidelines to reduce surgical site infections (SSIs)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Prepping the surgical site with a razor followed by an antiseptic scrub
  b. Giving antibiotics immediately after the procedure
  c. Maintaining blood glucose levels
  d. Maintaining normal body temperatures
  e. Maintaining proper positioning

Question 2

____________ is a yellow-orange skin color seen with increased deposit of bilirubin in tissues.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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

C, D
Four evidence-based guidelines have been identified to reduce SSIs: Do not remove hair unless it will interfere with the operation, and remove it with electrical clippers if possible; give the correct antibiotic preoperatively and at the appropriate time; maintain blood glucose postoperatively, especially for patients undergoing cardiac surgery; and maintain normothermia.

Answer to Question 2

Jaundice
Jaundice, a yellow-orange skin color, is seen with increased deposits of bilirubin in tissues.


jc611

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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