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lidoalex

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse is assisting a patient to perform personal hygiene. What is the most important focus of the nurse when assisting this patient?
 
  a. Nursing care
  b. Independence
  c. Repetition
  d. Performance

Question 2

The nurse discovers a reddened area over a patient's hip. What should be the nurse's first intervention?
 
  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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smrtceo

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

ANS: B
The nurse should encourage the patient's independence as much as possible.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
If the area is a stage I decubitus ulcer, the area will not blanch.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!

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