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Ebrown

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse is assessing a patient's skin for signs of impaired skin integrity. Which finding by the nurse is considered a major manifestation?
 
  a. Burn
  b. Laceration
  c. Pressure ulcer
  d. Infection

Question 2

What must the nurse do before applying a safety reminder device (SRD)?
 
  a. Get permission from the family
  b. Assess patient's skin condition
  c. Get a physician's order
  d. Explain the SRD to the patient


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Kdiggy

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

ANS: C
A major manifestation of impaired skin integrity is a pressure ulcer.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Initially, an order is necessary that specifies the type of SRD and the duration of its application.


Ebrown

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!

rachel

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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