Author Question: A female client has a hematocrit of 45. The nurse should recognize this finding as: a. within ... (Read 43 times)

beccaep · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A female client has a hematocrit of 45. The nurse should recognize this finding as:

a. within normal limits for a female c. borderline high
b. needing immediate follow-up d. borderline low

Question 2

A nurse is explaining the need for bathing to an elderly client who has been avoiding her daily bath. Which of the following benefits of bathing should the nurse explain to the client?

A) Bathing maintains the core body temperature.
B) Bathing prevents skin from peeling.
C) Bathing reduces the possibility of infection.
D) Bathing keeps mucous membranes soft and moist.

frejo · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
The normal hematocrit range for a female is 38 to 47, for a male is 40 to 54.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
The nurse should explain to the elderly client that a daily bath reduces the possibility of infection. Although restoring cleanliness is the primary objective, bathing has several other benefits such as stimulating circulation, providing a refreshed and relaxed feeling, and improving self-image. Bathing does not necessarily prevent skin from peeling or maintain core body temperature.