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james0929

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The major focus of nursing intervention for the patient with pancreatitis is
 
  a. fluid replacement.
  b. electrolyte imbalance.
  c. establishing suction.
  d. controlling pain.

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Infection control is necessary in all areas of the health care setting. Which would be most appropriate in the prevention of hepatitis B in high-risk health workers?
 
  a. Hepatitis B vaccine
  b. Maintaining enteric isolation technique
  c. Wearing protective gear
  d. HBIG injections



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Answer to Question 1

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The presence and location of pain are important to determine, as well as what aggravates or relieves the pain. Nursing Intervention: Administer medications as prescribed and monitor relief.

Answer to Question 2

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People identified as being at high risk for developing hepatitis B should be vaccinated if they are not already immune. These people include health care personnel.




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