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karen

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse is assessing the skin of an older patient with dry skin and notices several areas of scratches and abrasion. Interventions should be implemented to meet what goal?
 
  A) investigate the possibility of elder abuse
  B) decrease the risk of infection
  C) promote safety during daily hygiene
  D) increase the patient's self-esteem

Question 2

An operating room nurse is preparing for a surgical procedure for an infant. The nurse's perioperative care is based on what physiologic factor that puts infants at greater risk from surgery than adults?
 
  A) increased vascular rigidity C) lower total blood volume
  B) diminished chest expansion D) decreased peripheral circulation


TheNamesImani

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

B

Answer to Question 2

C


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