A patient, age 20, is admitted with severe eczema. In planning the care for her, the nurse should plan to
a. keep the skin well hydrated.
b. change the dressings every day.
c. keep the skin clean and dry.
d. administer antibiotics for the infection.
Question 2
An older male patient taking medication for hypertension asks what else can be done to reduce the blood pressure. What measures should the nurse recommend to the patient?
A) A low-fat, low-cholesterol diet
B) Deep breathing and Buerger-Allen exercises
C) Weight loss and a reduction in sodium intake
D) Daily low-dose aspirin and one alcoholic drink daily
Home Health Nurse.
Nursing care
The reminder card should be completed and handed to the patient after the appointment is scheduled.
Severe acne.
Pneumonia patient’s chest x-ray. Note the irregular areas of density.
National Patient Safety Goals for Acute-Care Hospitals