If a nurse accidentally sticks himself or herself with a needle during a surgical procedure, what should he or she do?

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Question 1 of 5

If a nurse accidentally sticks himself or herself with a needle during a surgical procedure, what should he or she do?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Reporting to a supervisor (C) initiates protocol (e.g., testing).

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following is true of tracheitis?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Tracheitis (A) is common in children (bacterial).

Question 3 of 5

A focal seizure is unique for occurring:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Focal seizure (A) affects one brain area.

Question 4 of 5

When is a pericardiectomy necessary?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pericardiectomy (B) treats constrictive pericarditis (rigidity).

Question 5 of 5

Foreign body aspiration entails an object in the:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Foreign body aspiration (C) can lodge in the larynx or trachea, obstructing the airway.

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