QB 14

Question 1

________________________-is a rapid, progressive inflammatory infection of the soft tissue in which pathogens enter the tissue through an open wound and spread rapidly in the extracellular space between the subcutaneous tissue and the fascia.

Answer 1

Necrotizing fasciitis

If proper precautions are not taken, health care workers can develop infections. In addition to standard precautions, wear a gown and gloves upon room entry and use disposable, single-use, or client-dedicated equipment with a client on contact precautions.

Question 2

External and internal causes of impaired skin integrity

Answer 2

Alteration that occurs in the epidermis or dermis (or both) of the skin. External causes include allergens, chemicals, cold and heat extremes, excretions or secretions, pressure, radiation, and shearing forces. Internal causes include medications, impaired circulation, impaired oxygen transport, altered metabolic state, infection, and emaciation.

Indications of impaired skin integrity include damaged or destroyed tissues; color changes such as pallor, flushing, or discoloration; altered sensations such as numbness, tingling, burning, tenderness, or pain; and edema.

Question 3

An intravenous site that is painful, edematous, and cool to the touch indicates _____________________–The catheter should be immediately removed and the extremity elevated to reduce edema and increase absorption of the fluid. Slowing the infusion rate will exacerbate the infiltration

Answer 3

an infiltration.

Question 4

What is Ergocalciferol ?

Answer 4

Ergocalciferol (vitamin D 2) is often taken in low doses as a supplement, but doses up to 200,000 units are used for hypoparathyroidism and doses up to 500,000 units daily are used for clients with rickets.

Question 5

Which herbal supplements may increase the clients risk of bleeding ?

Answer 5

Ginger, ginkgo, garlic, ginseng, licorice