The Nurse Plans to Teach a Group of Patients About

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nurse plans to teach a group of patients about how their medications work in their bodies.If education has been successful,what will be the best understanding of the patients?

• A)Medications change the function of the cells in the body.
• B)Medications help the body produce new enzymes.
• C)Medications change how body tissues function.
• D)Medications work by enhancing or blocking normal body functioning.

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Definitions:

Microorganisms

Tiny living organisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, that can only be seen under a microscope and play various roles in the environment, human body, and disease.

Leukocytosis

An increase in the number of white blood cells.

Surgical Asepsis

A method used to prevent microbial contamination during surgeries or invasive procedures to maintain a sterile environment.

Sterile Gloved

Wearing gloves that have been treated to be free from all microorganisms to maintain sterility during medical procedures.