You have been called to a dilapidated residence for a 26-year-old female complaining of generalized weakness. After applying gloves, you enter the home and find the patient on a couch in minimal distress. Your assessment reveals no life threats, but you do note track marks to both hands and arms. When asked about this, she states that she is an IV drug user and has hepatitis C. Given this
information, you would:
A) apply goggles.
B) apply goggles and a gown.
C) place a HEPA mask on yourself.
D) continue care with gloves.
D
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A) Lateral recumbent B) Semi-Fowler's C) Supine D) Trendelenburg (shock position)
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Research shows that illiterate patients have higher rates of hospitalization than literate patients
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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