A client is to receive one liter of normal saline intravenously over six hours. The tubing delivers 15 drops per milliliter.
How many drops per minute should a nurse regulate the infusion to deliver?

This is because hepatitis C is a viral infection that spreads through contaminated blood and body fluids. IV drug use is one of the most common ways to get hepatitis C, especially if people share needles or other equipment.

Choice A is wrong because drinking contaminated water is not a risk factor for hepatitis

C. Hepatitis A and E are transmitted by the fecal-oral route, which can happen through contaminated water.

Choice B is wrong because eating raw chicken is not a risk factor for hepatitis C. Hepatitis E can be transmitted by eating undercooked meat from infected animals, but not chicken.

Choice D is wrong because unprotected intercourse is not a major risk factor for hepatitis

C. Hepatitis B and D are more likely to be transmitted by sexual contact than hepatitis

C. However, having multiple sexual partners or having sexually transmitted diseases can increase the risk of hepatitis

C. Normal ranges for hepatitis C tests depend on the type of test and the laboratory that performs it.

Some common tests are:

• Anti-HCV antibody test: This test detects antibodies to the hepatitis C virus in the blood.

A positive result means that the person has been exposed to the virus, but does not necessarily mean that they have an active infection. A negative result means that the person has never been exposed to the virus or has cleared it from their body.

• HCV RNA test: This test measures the amount of hepatitis C virus in the blood.

A positive result means that the person has an active infection and can transmit the virus to others. A negative result means that the person does not have an active infection or has cleared it from their body.

• HCV genotype test: This test identifies the strain or type of hepatitis C virus that the person has. There are six major genotypes of hepatitis C, numbered 1 to 6, and each one may respond differently to treatment.

I’d like to hear what you are thinking.” This response by the nurse would most likely prompt the client to elaborate on their concerns because it acknowledges the uncertainty of the situation and invites the client to share their feelings and thoughts.

It also shows empathy and respect for the client’s perspective.

Choice A is wrong because it may give false reassurance or minimize the client’s anxiety. Biopsies are not always negative and the nurse cannot predict the outcome.

Choice B is wrong because it may imply that the nurse is avoiding the question or shifting the responsibility to the health care provider.

It also does not address the client’s emotional state or encourage communication.

Choice D is wrong because it may dismiss the client’s fears or imply that they are irrational. It also does not explore the client’s understanding of the procedure or the possible results.

A uterine biopsy is a procedure that involves removing a small piece of tissue from the lining of the uterus (endometrium) for examination under a microscope. It is usually done to diagnose abnormal bleeding, infections, or cancer. The normal range of endometrial thickness varies depending on the menstrual cycle, age, and hormonal status of the woman.