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Deast7027

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A nurse is teaching adolescents how to prevent infections. What statement by one of the adolescents indicates that more teaching is needed?
 
  A) I will wash my hands before and after going to the bathroom.
  B) I don't wear a condom when I have sex, but I know my partners.
  C) I always eat fruits and vegetables, and I sleep 8 hours a night.
  D) When I have an infection, I rest and take my medications.

Question 2

A patient comes to the emergency department with major burns over 40 of his body. Although all of the following are true, which one would provide the rationale for a nursing diagnosis of Risk for Infection?
 
  A) Stress may adversely affect normal defense mechanisms.
  B) White blood cells provide resistance to certain pathogens.
  C) Intact skin and mucous membranes protect against microbial invasion.
  D) Age, race, sex, and hereditary factors influence susceptibility to infection.


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Ahnyah

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

B

Answer to Question 2

C


Deast7027

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Excellent

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