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809779

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The first visiting nurse service in the United States was directed by nurses and provided care to people of all ages with both acute and chronic care needs. This service was offered in:
 
  a. Washington.
  b. New York City.
  c. Philadelphia.
  d. New Jersey.

Question 2

A patient has been stung by a bee and is brought to the emergency department. The nurse observes the sting site and identifies that the stinger is still in the skin. The nurse should:
 
  a. remove it with sterile tweezers.
  b. soak the area with a cold compress.
  c. scrape the stinger with the side of a knife.
  d. squeeze the surrounding tissue to expel the stinger.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The first visiting nurse service in the United States was formed in Philadelphia.

Answer to Question 2

C
The stinger should be removed with the side of a knife by scraping to avoid forcing more venom into the skin.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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