An Essential Nursing Measure to Prevent Peritonitis After a Paracentesis

question 24

Multiple Choice

An essential nursing measure to prevent peritonitis after a paracentesis is

• A) thoroughly cleansing the skin of the abdominal wall.
• B) examining ascites for bacteria.
• C) providing oral or intravenous fluids.
• D) maintaining sterile technique during the procedure.

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Definitions:

Half-Year Rule

CRA’s requirement to figure CCA on only one-half of an asset’s installed cost for its first year of use.

Depreciation Expense

The process of charging a portion of the cost of an asset to expense over its expected useful life, reflecting the asset’s consumption or wear and tear.

Capital Spending

Expenditures by a company on physical assets such as buildings, equipment, or machinery, intended to improve its long-term operations.

Sales

The total amount of goods and services sold by a company within a specific period, indicating the company's ability to generate revenue.