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javeds

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The nurse removes an ice pack and notices that the area underneath the ice pack is blue. What action should the nurse take?
 
  a. Reapply the ice pack.
  b. Discontinue the use of ice packs.
  c. Refill the ice pack to the top.
  d. Reapply the ice pack without the wrapping.

Question 2

When discussing the collection of a clean-voided urine specimen, it is important for the nurse to instruct the patient to:
 
  a. use a clean specimen cup.
  b. collect 100 to 150 mL of urine for testing.
  c. void some urine first and then collect the sample.
  d. wash the perineal area with soap and water immediately before voiding.


jliusyl

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Do not reapply the ice pack to red or bluish areas; continual use of the ice pack makes ischemia worse. When filling an ice pack, fill the bag two-thirds full with small ice chips. The bag is easier to mold over a body part when it is not full. However, in this case, do not reapply the ice pack.

Answer to Question 2

C
After the patient has initiated a urine stream, pass the urine specimen container into the stream and collect 90 to 120 mL of urine. A sterile specimen container is used. Pour antiseptic solution over cotton balls. A cotton ball or gauze is used to cleanse the perineum.


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