Which of the following areas is considered sterile? a. The ...

[ahriuashd]

Which of the following areas is considered sterile?
 
  a. The entire sleeve of a gown
  b. The entire sterile gown
  c. The back of the gown
  d. The front of the chest to the level of the sterile field

Question 2

Which of the following is not considered an area of competency that a nurse should master to be able to assist a patient with sexual health issues?
 
  a. young age of first sexual experience c. active listening skills
  b. comfort with own sexuality d. knowledge about sexuality in illness

[livaneabi]

Answer to Question 1

D
Sterilized gowns are considered sterile in front of the chest to the level of the sterile field. Sleeves are sterile from 5 cm above the elbow to the cuff. The neck, shoulders, underarms, and back of the gown are considered to be non-sterile.

Answer to Question 2

A
The four areas of competency that a nurse should master to be able to assist a patient with sexual health include: comfort with own sexuality and discussing sexuality with others; excellent communication and active listening skills; knowledge about sexuality in health and illness; and a role model to demonstrate how to integrate sexuality assessment into practice.

[ahriuashd]

Great answer, keep it coming

[bigsis44]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it