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jhjkgdfhk

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse uses cooling techniques to keep the body temperature below 105 F because such elevated temperature can:
 
  a. cause excessive thirst.
  b. cause excessive perspiration.
  c. damage body cells.
  d. increase heart rate.

Question 2

When suctioning a tracheostomy, the nurse should:
 
  a. wear clean gloves.
  b. insert the catheter without suction.
  c. suction for 1 minute before removing the catheter.
  d. place the used catheter in a plastic shield for later use.


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Zebsrer

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

C
If temperature exceeds 105 F, normal body cells may be damaged.

Answer to Question 2

B
Insertion of the suction catheter without suction reduces the probability of tissue injury.


jhjkgdfhk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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