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stephzh

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on: Jul 24, 2018
When making written entries in the patient's medical record, describe the nursing care provided and the ____________.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

Which of the following are signs of hyperthermia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Dry, warm, flushed skin
  b. Chills and piloerection
  c. Uncontrolled shivering
  d. Loss of memory


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amanda_14

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

patient's response
The information within a recorded entry or a report must be complete, containing appropriate and essential information. Make written entries in the patient's medical record, describing nursing care that you administer and the patient's response.

Answer to Question 2

A, B
Symptoms of fever: warm, dry, flushed skin; feeling warm; chills; piloerection; malaise; and restlessness. The patient needs to recognize the onset of fever in self or family member for early detection and intervention. Symptoms of hypothermia: cool skin, uncontrolled shivering, loss of memory, and signs of poor judgment.


stephzh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!

bblaney

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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