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hbsimmons88

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The 125-pound nurse assesses the weight of a patient. What weight is the heaviest the nurse may safely lift by herself?
 
  a. 158.75 lb
  b. 168.75 lb
  c. 178.75 lb
  d. 188.75 lb

Question 2

The nurse observes a patient demonstrating wound cleaning. What action indicates the need for further instruction?
 
  a. Using sterile gloves to perform the cleaning
  b. Applying an antiseptic to the area
  c. Cleaning the area from the outside in
  d. Washing hands with soap


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tranoy

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

ANS: B
Nurses should never attempt to lift more than 35 above their own body weight.
125  0.35 = 43.75 125 + 43.75 = 168.75

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Cleaning away from the wound prevents entrance of microorganisms.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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