A pathogen invading tissues and begins growing within a host resulting
in altered normal tissue function
The presence or growth of microorganisms within a host, but without the
tissue invasion or damage - CORRECT ANSWER ; The presence or
,growth of microorganisms within a host, but without the tissue invasion
or damage
To thrive, microorganisms require the following:
Food and water
Oxygen and light
The appropriate temperature and pH
All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER ; All of the above
When performing an assessment of their patient, a nurse would
recognize which of the following findings that would indicate the likely
presence of infection?
An IV site infusing fluids without pain or redness
A skin tear on a forearm with surrounding warmth, swelling, pain, and
redness
Intact skin with normal color and turgor
A pale, cool left lower extremity - CORRECT ANSWER ; A skin tear
on a forearm with surrounding warmth, swelling, pain, and redness
Which of the following infectious diseases are most commonly
transmitted by contaminated needles?
Influenza
, Tuberculosis
Hepatitis B and C
COVID-19 - CORRECT ANSWER ; Hepatitis B and C
A safe environment incorporates the following elements:
Reduces physical hazards
Meets basic needs
Reduces the transmission of pathogens
Controls pollutions
All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER ; All of the above
Which of the following ranks as the second leading cause of accidental
or unintentional injury or deaths worldwide?
A physical assessment with a safety focus should include the following
steps:
Patient's cognitive status and gait
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