The nurse is reviewing orders for a patient in anaphylactic shock.

Which medications should the nurse plan to administer first?

After a total hip arthroplasty, it is important to prevent hip dislocation. One way to do this is to place a wedge pillow between the legs. This helps to keep the hip in a stable position and prevents the hip from moving too much, which could lead to dislocation.

Choice A rationale
Contact with infected blood or bodily fluids is a major risk factor for Hepatitis B. The virus is present in the blood and bodily fluids of infected individuals and can be transmitted through direct contact.
Choice B rationale
Unprotected sex is a significant risk factor for Hepatitis B. The virus can be transmitted through sexual contact with an infected person.
Choice C rationale
Sharing dirty needles is a well-known risk factor for Hepatitis B. This is particularly a concern among individuals who inject drugs.
Choice D rationale
Sharing eating utensils is not typically a risk factor for Hepatitis B. The virus is not usually transmitted through casual contact or sharing of utensils.
Choice E rationale
Contact with contaminated food or water is not a risk factor for Hepatitis B. The virus is not transmitted through food or water.
Choice F rationale
Exposure to chemicals or toxins is not a risk factor for Hepatitis B. While certain chemicals and toxins can damage the liver, they do not directly cause Hepatitis B3.
Choice G rationale
Contact with infected feces is not typically a risk factor for Hepatitis B. The virus is primarily transmitted through blood and bodily fluids, not fecal matter.
Choice H rationale
Heavy alcohol consumption is not a direct risk factor for Hepatitis B. However, it can contribute to liver damage and complicate the course of the disease if a person is infected.