You Have Been Floated to the Adolescent Floor

question 13

Multiple Choice

You have been floated to the adolescent floor. You are caring for a 13-year-old girl who has a diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis. The girl asks you what "germ" caused her to be sick. As you explain her infection you mention that some bacteria are called "nonpathogens." How would you explain nonpathogens to this client? Select all that apply.

• A) They can interact with other things and help make vitamins.
• B) They cause different diseases than pathogens do.
• C) They can live inside us and not cause disease.
• D) They generally are harmless to healthy humans.

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Definitions:

No-lift Policies

Guidelines or regulations implemented in healthcare settings aimed at preventing injuries among staff by avoiding manual lifting of patients.

Work-related Injuries

Injuries or ailments that arise out of or during the course of employment, often eligible for workers' compensation.

Musculoskeletal Accidents

Injuries or traumas that affect muscles, bones, ligaments, or tendons, often resulting from accidents or physical activities.

Indirect Costs

Expenses not directly tied to a specific product or activity, often including overheads like administration, personnel, and security.