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mrsjacobs44 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The emergency department nurse assessing a puncture wound of the foot knows that the most likely type of infection to this wound is a(n):

a. aerobic bacterial infection.
b. anaerobic bacterial infection.
c. viral infection.
d. fungal infection.

Question 2

A nurse considering purchasing malpractice insurance should be aware that malpractice insurance provided by the hospital:

a. only offers protection while on duty.
b. is limited in the amount of coverage.
c. is difficult to renew.
d. can be terminated at any time.

dudman123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
An anaerobic bacterial infection is one that grows in an unoxygenated environment.

Answer to Question 2

A
Most institutional insurance only provides liability coverage if the nurse is on duty at that facility.