Which of the Following Is a Mismatched Term and Description

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a mismatched term and description?

• A) Secondary infection - infection spreads to several tissue sites
• B) Mixed infection - several agents established at infection site
• C) Acute infection - rapid onset of severe, short-lived symptoms
• D) Local infection - pathogen remains at or near entry site
• E) Toxemia - pathogen's toxins carried by the blood to target tissues

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Definitions:

Coccyx Area

The region in the lower back where the coccyx (tailbone) is located, which can be a source of pain due to injury or strain.

Nursing Process

A systematic approach used by nurses to plan and provide patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Skin Integrity Diagnosis

The process of examining the condition of the skin to identify issues such as infections, injuries, or diseases affecting the skin's health and integrity.

Wound Healing

The physiological process by which the body repairs tissue damage, involving stages of inflammation, proliferation, and maturation.