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audragclark

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A nurse is assessing the vital signs of a client. The client inquires about the functions of
  the arteries. Which is the function of arteries?
 
  A) To serve as a capacitance vessels for blood
  B) To exchange oxygen and nutrients with body cells
  C) To take the blood back into the heart's chambers
  D) To carry oxygenated blood to the body cells

Question 2

A client has been placed on protective isolation. Which actions have to be implemented with the care of a client on protective isolation?
 
  1 . Client requires a private room
   2 . Healthcare workers cannot take care of the client if they have a cold or influenza
   3 . Anyone entering the room must wear a gown and practice strict handwashing before coming in contact with the client
   4 . Client cannot receive fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, or flowers
  A) 1, 2, 3
  B) 1, 2, 4
  C) 1, 3, 4
  D) 2, 3, 4



mcomstock09

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B
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The client requires a private room or total neutropenic unit, such as a Burn Unit. Healthcare workers and visitors may not enter if they have a cold, influenza, or other communicable disease. The client cannot receive fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, or flowers. Anyone entering the room must wear a mask and practice strict handwashing before coming into contact with the client. In some cases, such as in a Burn Unit, all staff and visitors may be required to wear gowns and gloves.



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