Author Question: An emergency department nurse moves to a new city where heat-related illnesses are common. Which ... (Read 89 times)

vicky · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

An emergency department nurse moves to a new city where heat-related illnesses are common. Which clients does the nurse anticipate being at higher risk for heat-related illnesses? (Select all that apply.)

a. Homeless individuals
b. Illicit drug users
c. White people
d. Hockey players
e. Older adults

Question 2

A nurse teaches a client who has severe allergies to prevent bug bites. Which statements should the nurse include in this client's teaching? (Select all that apply.)

a. Consult an exterminator to control bugs in and around your home.
b. Do not swat at insects or wasps.
c. Wear sandals whenever you go outside.
d. Keep your prescribed epinephrine auto-injector in a bedside drawer.
e. Use screens in your windows and doors to prevent flying insects from entering.

kaylee05 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, E
Some of the most vulnerable, at-risk populations for heat-related illness include older adults; blacks (more than whites); people who work outside, such as construction and agricultural workers (more men than women); homeless people; illicit drug users (especially cocaine users); outdoor athletes (recreational and professional); and members of the military who are stationed in countries with hot climates (e.g., Iraq, Afghanistan).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, E
To prevent arthropod bites and stings, clients should wear protective clothing, cover garbage cans, use screens in windows and doors, inspect clothing and shoes before putting them on, consult an exterminator, remove nests, avoid swatting at insects, and carry a prescription epinephrine auto-injector at all times if they are known to be allergic to bee or wasp stings.