The Nurse Initiates the Application of a Draw Sheet on Every

question 13

Short Answer

The nurse initiates the application of a draw sheet on every bedfast patient on her unit to facilitate lifting and to prevent _________ forces.

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Definitions:

Pathogens

Microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, that can cause disease in their hosts.

European Diseases

Illnesses brought to the Americas and other regions by European explorers and colonists that had devastating effects on indigenous populations due to lack of immunity.

Immunity

Protection against a disease or the legal protection from prosecution for certain actions or crimes.

Mississippian Societies

Native American cultures that thrived in the Mississippi River Valley, known for their large earthen mounds and complex societies.