If a Large Statewide or Worldwide Epidemic Occurs, One of the Major

question 26

Multiple Choice

If a large statewide or worldwide epidemic occurs, one of the major difficulties is

• A) collecting and transporting specimens from people who live out of state or around the world.
• B) determining what organism is causing the outbreak.
• C) arranging to get all the people with the infections to come back to the main area of the outbreak for an extended period.
• D) making sure enough media and technologists are available to process the large amount of cultures associated with the outbreak investigation.

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Definitions:

Pressure Ulcer

Injury to skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin.

Skin Integrity

The state of the skin being whole, undamaged, and intact, with an adequate barrier function and absence of wounds or lesions.

Pressure Points

Specific areas on the body considered sensitive and can be used to alleviate pain or apply therapeutic pressure.

Assessment Priority

The determination of the most important aspects to evaluate in a given situation, particularly in healthcare settings.