The nurse knows which of the following interventions listed below ...

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The nurse knows which of the following interventions listed below would be inappropriate for a client unable to bear weight following bilateral hip surgery?
 
  A)
  Administer heparin as ordered to prevent deep vein thrombosis.
  B)
  Ensure a minimum of sensory distractions.
  C)
  Assess the safety of the client's environment regularly.
  D)
  Reposition the client every 2 hours.

Question 2

Health care team members know recently that an increased incidence of infections such as West Nile virus and SARS does not match with previously established patterns.
 
  Which of the following phenomena constitutes the most significant contributor to the spread of new diseases in the United States?
  A)
  Drug resistance by bacterial and protozoal infections
  B)
  Increased ease and frequency of individual and group international travel
  C)
  Genetic variation and mutation by microorganisms
  D)
  Decreased living standards and public health standards in urban areas

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Answer to Question 1

Ans:
B

Feedback:

Immobilized clients need sensory stimulation and diversion, not sensory deprivation. DVT prophylaxis, safety assessments, and repositioning would all be components of sound care for an immobilized client.

Answer to Question 2

Ans:
B

Feedback:

While drug resistance, lapses in public health, and genetic variation are all contributing factors in incidents of infection, the increase in new and global diseases is primarily attributed to the ease and frequency of individual and group international travel.