Certain viral illnesses - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Human respiratory syncytial virus - is a syncytial virus that causes respiratory tract infections. It is a major cause of lower respiratory tract infections and hospital visits during infancy and childhood. A prophylactic medication (not a vaccine) exists for preterm (under 35 weeks gestation) infants, infants with certain congenital heart defects (CHD) or bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), and infants with congenital malformations of the airway. Treatment is limited to supportive care (e.g. ...

Chapter 1 1. The nurse is assessing the factors contributing to the well-being of a newly admitted client. Which of the following would the nurse identify as having a positive impact on the individual's mental health? A) Not needing others for companionship B) The ability to effectively manage stress C) A family history of mental illness D) Striving for total self-reliance Selected answer: B Response/RATIONALE: Individual factors influencing mental health include biologic makeup, autonomy...

Orthopedics Nurses Certification Exam 1|107 Questions with Verified Answers A nurse who has worked on an orthopedic unit for several years is encouraged by the nurse manager to become certified in orthopedic nursing. What will certification in nursing require and/or provide (select all that apply)? a. A certain amount of clinical experience b. Successful completion of an examination c. Membership in specialty nursing organizations d. Professional recognition of expertise in a specialty ar...

Food Safety (Chapter 4) Questions and Answers 2023 Who investigates food borne illness outbreaks? CDC Where do majority of food borne illnesses originate? restaurants (60% of illnesses) Who has primary responsibility for monitoring US food supply? FDA and USDA What is Food defense? Protecting against intentional food contamination What is food borne illness? Symptoms include gastroenteritis, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting Who is the most...

REHS Exam Questions and Answers Latest Updated 2024/2025 (Graded A+) A factor or agent which increases the risk of cancer is known as a a. teratogen b. mutagen c. carcinogen d. fomite - carcinogen 2. The four major causes of death among all age groups of Americans include all of the following except. a. homicide b. accidents c. malignant neoplasms d. heart disease - homicide 3. In recent years, the largest number of rabies cases were associated with a. skunks b. bats c. dogs d. r...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 8th edition by Shelia Videbeck Test Bank , All Chapter Covered 1-24 | Complete Guide A+: UNIT 1 Current Theories and Practice • 1. Foundations of Psychiatric–Mental Health Nursing • 2. Neurobiologic Theories and Psychopharmacology • 3. Psychosocial Theories and Therapy • 4. Treatment Settings and Therapeutic Programs UNIT 2 Building the Nurse–Client Relationship • 5. Therapeutic Relationships • 6. Therapeutic Communication • 7. Client’s Respo...

What is cART therapy? Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV for adults: 1.) those who have had an occupational exposure (needlestick injury) 2.) those who have had a nonoccupational exposure (such as a consensual sexual exposure with an adult of unknown HIV status) 3.) those who have suffered a sexual assault What information is important to provide clients who are on cART therapy? Significant exposures should be treated with the same three-drug regimen for 28 days or until the HIV...

Test Bank Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions 6th Edition HUBERT TEST BANK Table of Contents Chapter 01: Introduction to Pathophysiology Test Bank 1 Chapter 02: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances Test Bank 9 Chapter 03: Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies Test Bank 18 Chapter 04: Pain Test Bank 21 Chapter 05: Inflammation and Healing Test Bank 25 Chapter 06: Infection Test Bank 36 Chapter 07: Immunity Test Bank 44 Chapter 08: Skin Disorders Tes...

Bsnc 6000 Module 8: HIV Exam Questions With Correct Answers. HIV definition - answera virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection, making a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases. It is spread by contact with certain bodily fluids of a person with HIV AIDS definition - answera person has AIDS if they have HIV and they have either a CD4+ T-cell count below 200 cells/uL, a CD4+ T-cell percentage of total lymphocytes of less than 14%, or one of the defining i...

Infectious disease: Worms and protozoans, Neglected Tropical diseases - answer-April 4 Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) - answer-A number of NTDs are caused by worms and protozoa • NTDs: substantial morbidity & mortality • typically persist only in the poorest, most marginalized communities and conflict areas • Social stigma & disability • Lost income • Children kept out of school • Reduced ability to care for family • All low-income countries are affected by at ...