If a surgeon requires the no-pass technique, this indicates which of the following?
a. the scrub places the scalpel in the neutral zone.
b. the first assistant hands the scalpel to the surgeon.
c. the surgeon takes the knife from the back table.
d. the scrub places the scalpel in the esu holder.

An african american young adult is admitted to the emergency department in sickle cell crisis with a report of 10/10 pain. the patient is known to several of the nurses and physicians in the department who have labeled the patient as a “drug seeker”. initial discussion post: identify one (1) intervention that can be taken by the rn to reduce the stigma and improve management of acute and chronic pain associated with sickle cell disease. does the intervention apply only to the patient? does it apply only to the interprofessional team? does it apply to both the patient and the members of the interprofessional team? explain and support your answer.

Anurse is assessing a client who receives monthly injections of cyanocobalamin. which of the following findings indicates a therapeutic effect of the medication? a. absence of hand tremors b. hematocrit 45% c. potassium 3.8 meq/l d. improved appetite

While gloving prior to beginning an arthroscopic procedure, the surgeon questions the necessity for double-gloving. which of the following are the most appropriate reasons to double-glove? 1. the barrier efficacy of latex decreases over time. 2. latex has a lattice-like structure that can lead to fluid passage. 3. minimally invasive procedures increase the risk of infection. 4. double-gloving adds protection from infection due to puncture injuries. a. 1,2, and 3 only b. 1,2, and 4 only c. 1,3, and 4 only d. 2,3, and 4 only