a wound has a blood tinged liquid that is dripping from the surgical site how does the nurse document this finding
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. A wound has a blood-tinged liquid that is dripping from the surgical site. How does the nurse document this finding?

Correct answer: C

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2. A nurse is teaching a client who has out about dietary recommendations. The nurse should teach the client which of the following beverages can trigger an attack?

Correct answer: B

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3. A client does not understand why vision loss due to glaucoma is irreversible. What is the best explanation?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. In glaucoma, the optic nerve damage due to high intraocular pressure leads to permanent vision loss because the nerve fibers do not regenerate. Choice A is incorrect as it discusses bacterial infection, not relevant to glaucoma. Choice B is incorrect because it refers to retinal detachment, not glaucoma. Choice D is incorrect because not all glaucoma cases lead to permanent blindness; vision loss can be prevented or slowed with treatment.

4. Dry skin (Xerosis) can lead to itching (Pruritis). What statement by the client indicates need for further teaching about preventing dry skin?

Correct answer: B

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5. Most adults with human immunodeficiency virus will exhibit which of the following laboratory values?

Correct answer: D

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