A patient is to have a measles vaccine. Which factor, if present in the patient's history, should be reported because it may be a contraindication to giving the immunization? - The patient thinks she may be pregnant.
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A patient is to have a measles vaccine. Which factor, if present in the patient's history, should be reported because it may be a contraindication to giving the immunization? - The patient thinks she may be pregnant.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a compromised immune system and requires protective precautions. The unlicensed assistive personnel asks the nurse why this is necessary. What is the correct response made by the nurse? - "Protective precautions will limit as much as possible the number of microorganisms to which the patient is exposed."
The primary health care provider has ordered neutropenic precautions for a patient with neutropenia. What food should the nurse teach the patient to avoid? - Oranges
The nurse explains to patients with immune or lymphatic system problems that they will need to be monitored for particular problems. What are some common problems related to the immune and lymphatic systems? - Fever
Immunosuppression
Nutritional problems
A pediatric patient has acquired mumps. What will the patient's body immediately produce in response to the mumps? - Antibodies
The student nurse is preparing a presentation on the immune system. The student is correct when identifying an antibody as being considered what? - A protein
A patient has a positive reaction to a tuberculin skin test. Which interpretation of this finding is accurate? - The patient was exposed to someone who has TB.
The student nurse is discussing the topic of acquired immunity with the instructor. Which statement by the student indicates the need for further instruction? - "Acquired immunity can be achieved when the person is born with certain immunities."
The nurse explains to the nursing student that which organs and tissues are associated with the lymphatic or immune system? - Spleen
Tonsils
Thymus glands
When helping a patient limit exposure to allergens, what should the nurse be sure the patient understands? - The possible reservoirs and sources of allergens
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