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karen

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The nurse caring for high-risk newborns knows that infections that are present in the woman during pregnancy or delivery can adversely affect her fetus. The nurse uses the acronym TORCH as a reminder of the most serious infections.
 
  Which of the following infections are represented by this acronym? Select all that apply. A) Tuberculosis
  B) Syphilis
  C) Hepatitis
  D) Cytomegalovirus
  E) Measles
  F) Herpes simplex virus

Question 2

Care of the client with COPD involves physical, psychological, and environmental measures. Which of the following nursing measures should be initiated for these clients to improve ventilation and to overcome hypoxic states? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Use of bronchodilators, expectorants, and liquefying agents
  B) Decreased fluid intake (5001,000 mL/day)
  C) Consistent use of oxygen
  D) Limited activity
  E) Use of Fowler's position
  F) Eating small, frequent meals


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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, D, F
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The acronym TORCH is used as a nursing reminder of the most serious infections:
T = Toxoplasmosis
O = Other (syphilis, hepatitis, herpes zoster)
R = Rubella
C = Cytomegalovirus
H = Herpes simplex virus

Answer to Question 2

A, E, F
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Treatment measures for COPD include use of medications, bronchodilators, expectorants, liquefying agents, positioning to facilitate breathing (Fowler's or orthopneic), and eating small, frequent meals. Increased fluid intake (1,0002,000 mL/day), cautious use of oxygen, and activity as tolerated are also recommended.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Thank you


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Reply #3 on: Jul 17, 2018
No problemo


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