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magmichele12

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A home care patient has an indwelling catheter connected to a leg bag. What can the nurse recommend to help prevent development of a urinary tract infection?
 
  A) Empty the leg bag at regular intervals.
  B) Always wipe from front to back after voiding.
  C) Restrict intake of fluids to decrease amount of urine.
  D) Take the tubing apart and wash it each day.

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A patient asks a nurse to explain a living will. What is the nurse's best answer?
 
  A) It specifies who will inherit the patient's estate.
  B) It determines an individual's quality of life.
  C) It lists specific instructions for healthcare provisions.
  D) It identifies a trusted person to make healthcare decisions.


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katara

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


magmichele12

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

kswal303

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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