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jayhills49 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which best describes bioaccumulation?

A) Generally accomplished by the way of wind patterns or aquatic system
B) Introduction of substances into ecologic food webs
C) When the accumulation of a pollutant greatly exceeds the rate at which an organism eliminates it
D) Simultaneous action of separate substances or agencies that together produce a greater total effect than the sum of individual effects

Question 2

How can the nurse implement the environmental concept emphasized by Florence Nightingale?

A) Use antibiotics to help cure diseases.
B) Use climate control devices for comfort.
C) Keep the client and environment clean.
D) Keep insects away through use of insecticides.

gabrielle_lawrence · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Bioaccumulation is the introduction of substances into ecologic food webs. Transport is generally accomplished by the way of wind patterns or aquatic system. Biomagnification is when the accumulation of a pollutant greatly exceeds the rate at which an organism eliminates it. Synergism is when a simultaneous action of separate substances or agencies together produces a greater total effect than the sum of individual effects.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Florence Nightingale emphasized the importance of clean and safe environments for proper recovery to health. Her emphasis was on pure air, pure water, efficient drainage, cleanliness, and light. Keeping the client and environment clean uses the concepts she emphasized.