A nurse preceptor is observing a newly hired nurse perform a sterile dressing change. Which of the following actions should the nurse preceptor identify as maintaining sterile technique?

Uses a sterile-gloved hand to adjust the back of the sterile gown

Uses sterile forceps to pack sterile gauze into the wound

Places sterile gauze 1.3 cm (0.5 in) away from the edge of a sterile drape

Sets up the sterile field 30 min prior to performing the dressing change

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Using a sterile pair of forceps to pack a sterile gauze maintains sterility to reduce risk of wound contamination and infection.

A. The back of the sterile gown is considered unsterile and using sterile gloves to touch it breaches sterility.

C. Any part of the sterile field that is within 1 inch from the edge is considered contaminated D. Prolonged exposure of sterile tools to airborne microorganisms can lead to contamination.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a childhood disorder characterized hostility, defiant behavior and disobedience towards authority. A social worker offers counselling to the child to try mitigate their defiance as well as the family to help cope with the behavior.

A. Physical therapist offers help in individuals with physical problems

C. Occupational therapist assist with functional skills development

D. Speech pathologist helps with communication disorders which are absent in ODD

A. Pharmacist B. Respiratory therapist C. Social worker D. Child protective services

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A social worker’s role is to assist the parent in accessing insurance coverage or any financial assistance programs that can help them acquire the nebulizer.

A. Pharmacist only provides information on the nebulizer and how to use it

B. Respiratory therapist trains on monitoring breathing and proper use of the nebulizer.

D. Child protection services deals with case with evidence of child abuse or neglect

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