An infection of the genital tract occuring any time between the rupture of the membrane (labor) and 42 days postpartum; symptoms include swelling of the belly/abdomen, chills, pain while urinating or during sex, abnormal vaginal discharge that has a foul smell or blood in it.

A bacterial infection that affects the eyes; the infection causes a roughening of the inner surface of the eyelids; symptoms begin with mild itching and irritation of the eyes/eyelids; they may progress to blurred vision, eye pain, and eventually blindness; access to clean water and adequate sanitation are keys to prevention.

A diarrheal infection cause by the infection of the intestine with Vibrio bacteria; people can get sick when they swallow contaminated food or water containing the bacteria; key symptoms are diarrhea (“rice-water stools”) and dehydration.

Sometimes called “walking pneumonia”; typical symptoms include fever, cough, bronchitis, sore throat, headache, and tiredness; typically doesn’t require bed rest or hospitalization; bacteria has a ‘fried egg’ appearance.

A rare, life-threatening complication due to certain types of bacteria infections (Staphylococcus aureus, Group A Streptococcus); bacteria produce toxins; can affect anyone including men, children, and women; risk factors include skin wounds, surgery, and use of tampons and other devices; symptoms include a sudden high fever, vomiting and diarrhea, and a rash resembling a sunburn.

Which structure permits the entry and exit of materials in a the cell?

Cells for the question below   Supplemental Videos: please watch the videos to help with this question   Watch the videos and read about cells in your textbook, then answer the following question: Based on your reading and the video, which cell (plant or bacteria, see above) can live without the presence of the other cell? Explain your reasoning. You must first select one of the cells and then explain your reasoning.  Points system: 8 points for answering the question completely and accurately 6 points for selecting the correct cell and explaining your selection with some level of accuracy 4 points for selecting the correct cell; however, your explanation is poor or incorrect 2 points for selecting the wrong cell without any type of explanation less than 2 points for a poor response  

A nurse is developing a plan to reduce data entry errors and maintain confidentiality. Which guidelines should the nurse include? (Select 4 that apply.)

The nurse is teaching a patient about contact lens care. Which instructions will the nurse include in the teaching session?

The nurse is caring for a patient who becomes nauseated and vomits without warning. The nurse now has contaminated hands. Which action is best for the nurse to take next?