A nurse in a pediatric unit is caring for a group of clients. For which of the following diseases should the nurse implement droplet precautions?

Varicella-zoster

Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE)

Pertussis

Rotavirus

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Varicella-zoster requires airborne and contact precautions due to the highly contagious nature of chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (zoster).

B. Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE) typically requires contact precautions to prevent transmission.

C. Pertussis is spread via respiratory droplets, so droplet precautions are necessary to prevent transmission.

D. Rotavirus is transmitted via the fecal-oral route and typically requires contact precautions.

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Correct Answer is {"xRanges":[141.765625,171.765625],"yRanges":[127.609375,157.609375]}

Explanation

A. To best hear the closing of the aortic heart valve, the nurse should place the diaphragm of the stethoscope at the second intercostal space, right sternal border. This is also known as the aortic area.
B. This is the tricuspid region, and defects with the tricuspid valve will be best heard in this area.
C. This is the mitral region and murmurs due to defects in the mitral valve will be appreciated here

A. Hepatitis C B. Crohn's disease C. Peptic ulcer disease D. Bronchitis

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Hepatitis C is a contraindication to atorvastatin due to the potential for hepatotoxicity and worsening liver function in individuals with preexisting liver disease.

B. Crohn's disease, peptic ulcer disease, and bronchitis are not contraindications to atorvastatin.

However, caution may be needed in individuals with gastrointestinal conditions due to potential gastrointestinal side effects of the medication.

C. Peptic ulcer disease is not a contraindication to atorvastatin. However, caution may be warranted in individuals with a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers due to potential gastrointestinal side effects of the medication.

D. Bronchitis is not a contraindication to atorvastatin. Atorvastatin primarily affects cholesterol levels and does not directly interact with bronchitis, a respiratory condition.

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A nurse in a pediatric unit is caring for a group of clients. For which of the following diseases should the nurse implement droplet precautions?

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A nurse is assessing a client's cardiovascular system. Identify where the nurse should place the diaphragm of the stethoscope to best hear the closing of the aortic heart valve. (You will find "Hot Spots" to select in the artwork below. Select only the hotspot that corresponds to your answer.)

Correct Answer is {"xRanges":[141.765625,171.765625],"yRanges":[127.609375,157.609375]}

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A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following client conditions is a contraindication to this medication?

Correct Answer is A

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