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Question 1 of 5

The following is/are contraindications to children receiving LAIV:

A. Lymphoma
B. Taking salicylate therapy
C. Taking inhaled corticosteroids
D. Asthma with increased wheezing in the previous 72-hours

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Taking salicylate therapy

Question 2 of 5

Reservoirs are where microorganisms survive. A reservoir may include individuals, contaminated water, food, or a fomite. Which of the following may be a reservoir for microorganisms in a healthcare setting?

A. Medical equipment and instruments
B. Clothing, uniforms
C. Soiled linen and dressings
D. All answers are correct

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All answers are correct

Question 3 of 5

A senior staff nurse observes a new graduate nurse prepare and administer medication for a client in their unit. The senior nurse notes that the graduate nurse bypassed the electronic medical record (EMR) medication scanning system and administered the medication directly to the client. Which action by the senior staff nurse is most appropriate?

A. Instruct the new graduate nurse on the importance of compliance with the EMR scanning system.
B. Continue observing the new graduate nurse; no injury resulted from the medication administration.
C. Report the new graduate nurse to upper management.
D. Chart that the medication was given in the electronic medical record.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Instruct the new graduate nurse on the importance of compliance with the EMR scanning system.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is/are true? Pertussis vaccine should not be given to:

A. Those with confirmed anaphylactic reaction to a previous dose of a pertussis-containing vaccine or to neomycin, streptomycin or polymyxin
B. Pregnant women
C. Premature infants
D. Those with Immunosuppression and HIV infection

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Those with confirmed anaphylactic reaction to a previous dose of a pertussis-containing vaccine or to neomycin, streptomycin or polymyxin

Question 5 of 5

The patient experienced a surgical procedure, and Betadine was utilized as the surgical prep. Two days postoperatively, the nurse’s assessment indicates that the incision is red and has a small amount of purulent drainage. The patient reports tenderness at the incision site. The patient’s temperature is 100.5° F, and the WBC is 10,500/mm3. Which action should the nurse take first?

A. Plan to change the surgical dressing during the shift.
B. Utilize SBAR to notify the primary health care provider.
C. Reevaluate the temperature and white blood cell count in 4 hours.
D. Check to see what solution was used for skin preparation in surgery.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Utilize SBAR to notify the primary health care provider.

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