The Nurse Is Applying for a Job at a Local

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse is applying for a job at a local hospital.She wants to look her best for the interview and decides to wear artificial nails.She does this knowing that:

• A) Artificial nails are appropriate in the ICU setting as long as the nurse washes her hands frequently
• B) Artificial nails can lead to fungal growth under the nail
• C) Artificial nails can actually lower the bacterial count on the hands because they cover the natural nail
• D) Artificial nails are banned only in areas where patients are critically ill

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