A nurse is caring for a client who has acute osteomyelitis. The client asks the nurse to explain how she developed the infection. The nurse should respond that which of the following organisms is the most common cause?

Escherichia coli

Staphylococcus aureus

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

Streptococcus B

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   While E. coli is a common cause of urinary tract infections and other gastrointestinal infections, it is not a typical pathogen associated with osteomyelitis.
B.   This bacterium is the most common cause of acute osteomyelitis, especially the methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strain.
C.   Pseudomonas is more commonly associated with infections in immunocompromised individuals or those with chronic diseases, but it is not a typical cause of acute osteomyelitis.
D.   Group B Streptococcus is not a common cause of acute osteomyelitis.
Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA, is more frequently implicated in bone infections.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. The duration of time in the bathtub should be based on the client's tolerance but should not exceed 20 minutes.
B. Water temperature should be warm but not excessively hot to avoid burns or discomfort.
C. Bath oils can make the bathtub slippery and increase the risk of falls. They should be avoided.
D. Providing non-slip bath strips enhances safety and helps prevent the client from slipping in the bathtub.

A. DIC is a genetic disorder involving vitamin K deficiency. B. DIC is characterized by an elevated platelet count. C. DIC is controllable with lifelong heparin usage. D. DIC is caused by abnormal coagulation involving fibrinogen.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. DIC is not a genetic disorder but is often secondary to other conditions.
B. In DIC, platelet count decreases rather than increases.
C. While heparin may be used in the treatment of DIC, it is not a lifelong therapy, and its use depends on the specific clinical situation.
D. DIC involves abnormal coagulation, with consumption of clotting factors and fibrinogen, leading to both bleeding and thrombosis.

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