Question

When performing a physical examination, safety must be considered to protect the examiner and the client against the spread of infection. Which of these statements describes the most appropriate action the nurse should take when performing a physical examination? Select one: O a. Washing one's hands after removing gloves is not necessary, as long as the gloves are still intact. b. Hands are washed before and after every physical client encounter. o Hands are washed before the examination of each body system to prevent the spread of bacteria from one part of the body to another. O d. Gloves are worn throughout the entire examination to demonstrate to the client concern regarding the spread of infectious diseases. Question 2 Answer saved Points out of 0.5 P Flag question A nurse is caring for a 22-year-old client who underwent a laparoscopic appendectomy and is experiencing post-operative nausea and vomiting. The client is unable to keep any fluids down. He has no medications ordered to treat his nausea and vomiting. He has put out 160mis of urine over the past 8 hours. No IV fluids are Infusing. What should the nurse do next? Select one: a. Reassess the client in 4 hours, as scheduled. b. Obtain a set of vital signs, assess the client, and notify the provider. Initiate an IV fluid bolus. d. Give small sips of water every 5 minutes. Question 3 Answer saved Points out of 0.5 plag question

Answer 1

• First answer is correct. Hand washing is one of the most important as well as the simplest measure against spread of infections
• Again, the choice is correct. Continuous monitoring of vitals is essential in the case of decreased urine output as in informing the doctor in case the conditions don't improve.