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jparksx

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The nurse is preparing to access an implanted vascular port. For this he needs a:
 
  a. 1-inch, right-angled Huber needle. c. 1/2-inch, 25- or 26-gauge needle.
  b. straight 22-gauge Huber needle. d. 18-gauge angled syringe needle.

Question 2

When handling cytotoxic agents the nurse should:
 
  a. wear gloves at all times when handling these agents.
  b. mop up spills or leaks with absorbable paper towels.
  c. call housekeeping to clean up any spills.
  d. notify the health care provider immediately if spills occur.


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vickybb89

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

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: A right-angle Huber needle is needed to access an implanted vascular port.
B Incorrect: It must be a right-angled needle.
C Incorrect: It is accessed with a right-angled Huber needle.
D Incorrect: This type of needle does not exist.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Gloves should be worn to protect the skin from contact with these agents that can be absorbed through the skin.
B Incorrect: The nurse should follow the facility protocol for dealing with spills.
C Incorrect: The spill should be cleaned up immediately according to facility protocol.
D Incorrect: This generally is not of concern to the health care provider.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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