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futuristic

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Which of these terms refers to microorganisms that are always present but usually not harmful to clients?
 
  a. pathogens c. resident flora
  b. protozoa d. transient flora

Question 2

Which of the following is a major focus of holistic health care?
 
  a. ensuring the client's comfort when death is imminent
  b. helping the client to recover from a major illness
  c. preparing the family, as well as the client, for potentially poor outcomes
  d. teaching preventive care



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Answer to Question 1

C
Skin serves as a physical barrier to infectious agents and produces secretions (e.g., sebum) that kill some bacteria. Normal or resident flora are organisms residing on the skin and in the body that compete with pathogenic flora for food and inhibit multiplication of these pathogens, but usually are not harmful.

Answer to Question 2

D
Holistic health care, which is nursing the whole person, is comprehensive health care. A major focus of holistic health care is teaching preventive care.



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