The germs that cause infections are mainly spread in what three ways? a. immunization, mucous membranes, not washing hands b. germ-laden droplets, direct contact with body fluids, insects c. hand hygiene, sickness, immunization d. not enough sleep, low oral hygiene, germs

Mark's girlfriend dropped him off at a party, and then she went to visit her best friend two blocks away. when mark called his girlfriend to get a ride home, he could tell she had been drinking. what is mark's best plan of action? ride home with someone else and let his girlfriend drive herself get a friend to take him to his girlfriend's car so he can drive them both home ask his girlfriend to drive to the party, and then mark will drive them both home let his girlfriend drive them home slow to avoid getting pulled over

Which of the following can be effective in preventing the onset of viral infection in humans? a) taking vitaminsb) getting vaccinatedc) taking antibioticsd) taking drugs that inhibit transcription

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?