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While povidone-iodine is often used for its germicidal effect, the nurse knows:
 
  a. that it exerts its maximum effect when it is dry.
  b. that it exerts its maximum effect when it remains wet.
  c. that it is less effective than isopropyl alcohol.
  d. that it exerts a cumulative effect over time.

Question 2

When teaching wound care in the home, the nurse instructs the caregiver about all the following except the:
 
  a. safe storage and use of antiseptics and disinfectants in the home.
  b. need to isolate the client from other family members.
  c. importance of handwashing before and after wound care.
  d. need to wash contaminated linen separate from household linen.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Correct: In solution, povidone-iodine is bacteriostatic; when left to dry on a surface it becomes bacteriocidal.
B Incorrect: This is not a true statement.
C Incorrect: This is not true.
D Incorrect: This is not true.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This information needs to be supplied.
B Correct: Clients requiring isolation are not treated at home.
C Incorrect: This information needs to be supplied.
D Incorrect: This information needs to be supplied.




ARLKQ

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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