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crazycityslicker

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Correct cleansing of the patients skin prior to injection of a medication includes:
 
  a. Debridement of any open wound sites
  b. Only using soap sponges
  c. Ensuring only one quick wipe with an alcohol prep
  d. Utilizing a disinfectant, wipe in a spiral form from the center of the site outward.

Question 2

Exocrine secretions are released into surrounding tissues; endocrine secretions are discharged onto the surface of the epithelium.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d
Rationale: a. Debridement of wounds is not required and wound sites should be avoided.
b. Cleansing the skin should be followed by an alcohol swab or chloraprep.
c. While an alcohol may be used, a single swipe in not likely to kill all microorganisms.
b. Correct.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE


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Wow, this really help

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