Despite Using Lotion and Drying Hands Thoroughly After Washing, a Nurse

question 198

Multiple Choice

Despite using lotion and drying hands thoroughly after washing, a nurse observes increasing irritation of both hands occurring the day after working.A blood specimen tests positive for latex allergy.What pertinent history should the nurse relate to this finding?

• A)Allergy to numerous medications, including opiates and aspirin
• B)Food allergies, including bananas, kiwis, pineapple, and peaches
• C)Working primarily in outpatient and community health settings
• D)No known history of previous allergy to food or medication

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Definitions:

Weighted-Average Cost Method

The weighted-average cost method is an inventory valuation approach that assigns a cost to inventory on the basis of the average cost of all similar items in the inventory.

Blending Department

A specialized section within a manufacturing facility where different materials or ingredients are mixed or combined to create a product.

Material Costs

Expenses associated with the materials required for the production of goods or services, usually categorized as direct materials that are part of the final product and indirect materials that support production.

Weighted-Average Method

An inventory costing approach where the cost of goods sold and ending inventory values are determined using the average cost of all inventory items, weighted by the quantity of each.