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madam-professor

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When the nurse performs hand hygiene and uses sterile supplies, the patient's:
 
  a. hospital stay is shortened.
  b. sense of self-worth is improved.
  c. risk of infection is reduced.
  d. nursing care needed is reduced.

Question 2

When the nurse discovers a reddened area over a patient's hip, the first intervention should be to:
 
  a. cover the area with an occlusive dressing.
  b. apply mild ointment with a cotton-tipped applicator.
  c. press the area gently to assess for blanching.
  d. rub gently to increase circulation.



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Answer to Question 1

C
Hand hygiene is the most important measure for interrupting the infectious process.

Answer to Question 2

C
If the area is a stage one decubitus, the area will not blanch.



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