Which are general surface protections that prevent bacteria from ...

[tiffannnnyyyyyy]

Which are general surface protections that prevent bacteria from entering the body? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Intact skin
  b. pH of body secretions
  c. Antibodies
  d. Mucous membranes
  e. White blood cells

Question 2

A patient prescribed metoclopramide (Reglan) reports having difficulty sleeping, difficulty concentrating, tiredness, and feeling hopeless. What is the nurse's best action?
 
  a. Instruct the patient that these are expected side effects of the drug.
  b. Document these findings as the only action.
  c. Check the patient's chart history of depression.
  d. Hold the drug and notify the prescriber.

[debra928]

Answer to Question 1

A, B, D
Antibodies are involved in specific surface protections; they catch and trap bacteria. White blood cells provide general and specific internal protection against infection. Intact skin, mucous membranes, pH of body fluids, normal body flora, and products in saliva, perspiration, tears, and mucus all provide general surface protection and prevent bacteria from entering the body.

Answer to Question 2

D
Difficulty sleeping and concentrating, tiredness, and feeling hopeless are signs of depression. Metoclopramide can cause mild to severe depression. The nurse should hold the drug and notify the prescriber. This drug should not be prescribed for patients with a history of depression.

[tiffannnnyyyyyy]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[debra928]

Great! Please up vote