In Addition to Questioning the Client About Hypersensitivity to Silver

question 13

Multiple Choice

In addition to questioning the client about hypersensitivity to silver products,the nurse would assess the client for which of the following before using silver nitrate?

• A) Hypertension
• B) G6PD deficiency
• C) Dysphagia
• D) Polyuria

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Definitions:

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Deep Palpation

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