A Nurse Explains That the Major Purpose of the Use

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nurse explains that the major purpose of the use of a hydrocolloid dressing is to:

• A) keep the wound dry.
• B) help destroy microorganisms in an infected wound.
• C) occlude air and promote breakdown of necrotic tissue.
• D) leave the dressing in place for 10 days.

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Definitions:

Straight-line Depreciation

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, evenly distributing the depreciation expense each year.

Double Declining-balance

A method of accelerated depreciation where an asset’s value is reduced at double the rate of traditional straight-line depreciation.

Net Income

The resultant profit or loss after all expenses and incomes, including tax expenses have been accounted for, over a period.

Straight-line Method

An approach to determining depreciation by consistently allocating the expense of an asset throughout its expected life.