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pepyto

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Which symptom is consistent with an inhalation burn?
 
  a. Full-thickness burns to chest
  b. Hypotension
  c. Agitation
  d. Persistent coughing

Question 2

In caring for a stage IV pressure ulcer, the nurse assesses creamy yellow drainage with a necrotic odor. Which type of bacteria most likely causes this exudate?
 
  a. Proteus
  b. Bacteroides
  c. Staphylococcus
  d. Pseudomonas



yasmina

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Answer to Question 1

D
Persistent coughing, particularly if black mucus is coughed up, is an indicator of an inhalation burn.

Answer to Question 2

C
Creamy yellow drainage is usually caused by Staphylococcus infections. Proteus is associated with a beige discharge having a fishy odor. Brown discharge having a fecal odor is seen in Bac-teroides. Pseudomonas-containing wounds produce a green-blue discharge with a fruity odor.



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