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dmcintosh

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A student nurse asks why brushing clients' teeth with a toothbrush in the intensive care unit is important to infection control. What response by the registered nurse is best?
 
  a. It mechanically removes biofilm on teeth.
  b. It's easier to clean all surfaces with a brush.
  c. Oral care is important to all our clients.
  d. Toothbrushes last longer than oral swabs.

Question 2

A client is admitted with possible sepsis. Which action should the nurse perform first?
 
  a. Administer antibiotics.
  b. Give an antipyretic.
  c. Place the client in isolation.
  d. Obtain specified cultures.



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micaelaswann

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Biofilms are a complex group of bacteria that function within a slimy gel on surfaces such as teeth. Mechanical disruption (i.e., toothbrushing with friction) is the best way to control them. The other answers are not accurate.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Prior to administering antibiotics, the nurse obtains the ordered cultures. Broad-spectrum antibiotics will be administered until the culture and sensitivity results are known. Antipyretics are given if the client is uncomfortable; fever is a defense mechanism. Giving antipyretics does not take priority over obtaining cultures. The client may or may not need isolation.




dmcintosh

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


DylanD1323

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

 

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