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Madison Hucal
on Oct 23, 2024
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Which assessment finding leads the nurse to lightly wash the patient's legs rather than using long,firm strokes?
A) The patient's platelet count was 40,000/mm3 this morning.
B) The patient is taking ciprofloxacin for a bladder infection.
C) The patient is taking levothyroxine for hypothyroidism.
D) The patient's urinalysis was positive for protein and white blood cells.
Platelet Count
An evaluation of platelet levels in the bloodstream, crucial for blood clot formation and wound healing.
Ciprofloxacin
An antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase.
Levothyroxine
A synthetic thyroid hormone used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency, including the severe form known as myxedema coma.
- Select appropriate nursing measures for patients with specialized hygiene needs.
- Show proficiency in skin integrity preservation and the application of proper strategies to prevent damage to the skin.
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JR
Learning Objectives
- Select appropriate nursing measures for patients with specialized hygiene needs.
- Show proficiency in skin integrity preservation and the application of proper strategies to prevent damage to the skin.
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