Answer to Question 1
A
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A Toxoplasmosis is a multisystem disease caused by the protozoal Toxoplasma gondii parasite, commonly found in cats, dogs, pigs, sheep, and cattle. About 30 of women who contract toxoplasmosis during gestation transmit the disease to their offspring. Clinical features ascribed to toxoplasmosis include hy-drocephalus or microcephaly, chorioretinitis, seizures, or cerebral calcifications.
B HIV is not transmitted by cats.
C Although this may be a valid statement, it is not appropriate, does not answer the patient's question, and is not the nurse's best response.
D E. coli is found in normal human fecal flora. It is not transmitted by cats.
Answer to Question 2
D
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A An infant's teeth need to be cleaned as soon as they erupt. Waiting until all the
baby teeth are in is inappropriate and prolongs cleaning until 2 years of age.
B Because toothpaste contains fluoride and infants will swallow the toothpaste,
parents should avoid its use.
C The infant's teeth need to be cleaned by the parent as soon as they erupt. Even
when a child has the ability to hold a toothbrush, the parent should continue
cleaning the child's teeth.
D An infant's teeth need to be cleaned as soon as they erupt. Cleaning the teeth
with cotton swabs or a face cloth is appropriate.
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