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[Show more]A patient is admitted to the hospital with fever of unknown origin. The patient's temperature is 102.4 degrees F and the patient is experiencing chills. What nursing intervention(s) are appropriate for this patient and why? Your Answer: Fevers up to 103 F are usually beneficial to help kill microor...
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Add to cartA patient is admitted to the hospital with fever of unknown origin. The patient's temperature is 102.4 degrees F and the patient is experiencing chills. What nursing intervention(s) are appropriate for this patient and why? Your Answer: Fevers up to 103 F are usually beneficial to help kill microor...
The nurse is caring for a patient taking high-dose glucocorticoids and is creating a plan of care for the patient. This medication places the patient at greatest risk for which nursing diagnosis? infection. 
Rationale: Patients taking glucocorticoids are at risk for infection, because glucocorticoid...
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Add to cartThe nurse is caring for a patient taking high-dose glucocorticoids and is creating a plan of care for the patient. This medication places the patient at greatest risk for which nursing diagnosis? infection. 
Rationale: Patients taking glucocorticoids are at risk for infection, because glucocorticoid...
Which study is based on quantitative research? 
 
A. Using themes and patterns; using no formal instruments 
 
B. Measuring the differences in blood pressure before, during, and after a procedure 
 
C. Examining a client's feelings during a procedure 
 
E. Examining the bereavement process in s...
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Add to cartWhich study is based on quantitative research? 
 
A. Using themes and patterns; using no formal instruments 
 
B. Measuring the differences in blood pressure before, during, and after a procedure 
 
C. Examining a client's feelings during a procedure 
 
E. Examining the bereavement process in s...
Etiology of Childhood Disorders 1) *Biological* • Genetic • Neurobiological (neurotransmitters) 
2) *Psychological* • Temperament • Resilience 
3) *Environmental* 
4) *Cultural* 
*Psychological* Causes (of childhood disorders) born with the individual 
Temperament can be: easy or challenging...
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Add to cartEtiology of Childhood Disorders 1) *Biological* • Genetic • Neurobiological (neurotransmitters) 
2) *Psychological* • Temperament • Resilience 
3) *Environmental* 
4) *Cultural* 
*Psychological* Causes (of childhood disorders) born with the individual 
Temperament can be: easy or challenging...
When discharging a child with ITP from the hospital with a platelet count of 40,000, it is most important for the parents to understand the importance of 
a. bike helmets whenever the child bike rides 
b. keeping follow-up appointments 
c. seeking immediate medical attention for severe headache, v...
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Add to cartWhen discharging a child with ITP from the hospital with a platelet count of 40,000, it is most important for the parents to understand the importance of 
a. bike helmets whenever the child bike rides 
b. keeping follow-up appointments 
c. seeking immediate medical attention for severe headache, v...
Which of the following statements, if made by a patient receiving orlistat (Xenical), would indicate a need for further teaching? 
"Unpleasant gas and oily bowel movements that are difficult to control may occur." 
"This drug may help reduce my bad cholesterol and increase my good cholesterol." ...
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Add to cartWhich of the following statements, if made by a patient receiving orlistat (Xenical), would indicate a need for further teaching? 
"Unpleasant gas and oily bowel movements that are difficult to control may occur." 
"This drug may help reduce my bad cholesterol and increase my good cholesterol." ...
Licensing requirements for registered nurses - Diploma - Associate degree - Baccalaureate program → Pass NCLEX **administered & licensed by state** 
Oversight of practical nurses LPNs work under the direction of a healthcare provider or RN to give direct care to patients, focusing on meeting healt...
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Add to cartLicensing requirements for registered nurses - Diploma - Associate degree - Baccalaureate program → Pass NCLEX **administered & licensed by state** 
Oversight of practical nurses LPNs work under the direction of a healthcare provider or RN to give direct care to patients, focusing on meeting healt...
A nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who is being monitored for a possible cerebral aneurysm following a loss of consciousness in the emergency department (ED). The nurse anticipates preparing the patient for ordered diagnostic tests. What aspect of nursing does this nurse's knowledge of the ...
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Add to cartA nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who is being monitored for a possible cerebral aneurysm following a loss of consciousness in the emergency department (ED). The nurse anticipates preparing the patient for ordered diagnostic tests. What aspect of nursing does this nurse's knowledge of the ...
Signs that death has occured -absence of heartbeat, respirations -pupils fixed -color turns to a waxen pallor as blood settles -body temperature drops -muscles, sphincters relax 
What does federal and state laws require that institutions develop for events that occur after death? policies and proced...
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Add to cartSigns that death has occured -absence of heartbeat, respirations -pupils fixed -color turns to a waxen pallor as blood settles -body temperature drops -muscles, sphincters relax 
What does federal and state laws require that institutions develop for events that occur after death? policies and proced...
Define subjective and objective patient data - Objective data can be observed and measured -Subjective data is based on the patient's point of view; the information they provide 
5 steps of the nursing process · Assessment- point of entry in an ongoing process · Diagnosis · Planning · Implement...
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Add to cartDefine subjective and objective patient data - Objective data can be observed and measured -Subjective data is based on the patient's point of view; the information they provide 
5 steps of the nursing process · Assessment- point of entry in an ongoing process · Diagnosis · Planning · Implement...
The pre-op nurse is preparing a 78 year old patient for a scheduled right knee replacement. Which of the following should be addressed at this time related to the quality indicators? A. Start an IV to infuse the ordered cefazolin 1g IVPB B. Give the patient a warm blanket for temp. of 97.2° (36.2°...
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Add to cartThe pre-op nurse is preparing a 78 year old patient for a scheduled right knee replacement. Which of the following should be addressed at this time related to the quality indicators? A. Start an IV to infuse the ordered cefazolin 1g IVPB B. Give the patient a warm blanket for temp. of 97.2° (36.2°...
Subjective data information gathered from interview/history taking -what the patient tells you or what the patient STATES -you can't prove or observe the data -EX. Pain 
Objective data information from your physical exam -what is OBSERVED by inspecting, percussing, palpating, auscultating EX. BP, h...
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Add to cartSubjective data information gathered from interview/history taking -what the patient tells you or what the patient STATES -you can't prove or observe the data -EX. Pain 
Objective data information from your physical exam -what is OBSERVED by inspecting, percussing, palpating, auscultating EX. BP, h...
Which characterisitcs in an adolescent female is sometimes associated with the prodromal phase of scizophrenia? - always afraid another student will steal her belongings 
Which nursing intervention is particularly well chosen for addressing a population at high risk for developing schizophrenia? - s...
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Add to cartWhich characterisitcs in an adolescent female is sometimes associated with the prodromal phase of scizophrenia? - always afraid another student will steal her belongings 
Which nursing intervention is particularly well chosen for addressing a population at high risk for developing schizophrenia? - s...
What are postmortem cultural considerations for African Americans? -prefer having a member of the healthcare team clean and prepare the deceased's body -organ donation and autopsy allowable 
What are postmortem cultural considerations for Chinese Americans? -family usually stays with deceased for u...
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Add to cartWhat are postmortem cultural considerations for African Americans? -prefer having a member of the healthcare team clean and prepare the deceased's body -organ donation and autopsy allowable 
What are postmortem cultural considerations for Chinese Americans? -family usually stays with deceased for u...
PP hemorrhage is characterized by blood loss greater than _____ for vaginal delivery and greater than ______ for c-section 1. 500 ml 2. 1000 ml 
Lab value that characterize PP hemorrhage 10% decrease in Hgb and Hct from baseline 
How to calculate 10% value for blood loss baseline value x 0.1 = # Bas...
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Add to cartPP hemorrhage is characterized by blood loss greater than _____ for vaginal delivery and greater than ______ for c-section 1. 500 ml 2. 1000 ml 
Lab value that characterize PP hemorrhage 10% decrease in Hgb and Hct from baseline 
How to calculate 10% value for blood loss baseline value x 0.1 = # Bas...
Symptoms common to all somatic symptom disorders anxiety/stress, chest, abdominal, back pain, fatigue, dizziness, headache, swelling, SOB, insomnia 
Nursing diagnoses associated with somatic symptoms disorders ineffective coping Deficient knowledge Chronic pain Fear Disturbed sensory Self care defic...
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Add to cartSymptoms common to all somatic symptom disorders anxiety/stress, chest, abdominal, back pain, fatigue, dizziness, headache, swelling, SOB, insomnia 
Nursing diagnoses associated with somatic symptoms disorders ineffective coping Deficient knowledge Chronic pain Fear Disturbed sensory Self care defic...
A client is scheduled for a prostatectomy, and the anesthesiologist plans to use a spinal (subarachnoid) block during surgery. In the operating room, the nurse positions the client according to the anesthesiologist's instructions. Why does the client require special positioning for this type of ane...
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Add to cartA client is scheduled for a prostatectomy, and the anesthesiologist plans to use a spinal (subarachnoid) block during surgery. In the operating room, the nurse positions the client according to the anesthesiologist's instructions. Why does the client require special positioning for this type of ane...
What is psoriasis? A condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry patches. 
Chronic; usually appears between ages of 15-35 Tends to be familial Mild: 3% of body Severe: greater than 10% of body Weakened immune system At risk for cardiovascular disease At risk for social isol...
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Add to cartWhat is psoriasis? A condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry patches. 
Chronic; usually appears between ages of 15-35 Tends to be familial Mild: 3% of body Severe: greater than 10% of body Weakened immune system At risk for cardiovascular disease At risk for social isol...
In the shift change of report, an off going nurse criticizes a patient who wears heavy makeup; which comment by the nurse who received the report best demonstrates advocacy our patients need our help to learn behaviors that will help them get along in society 
Which outcome, focused on recovery, wou...
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Add to cartIn the shift change of report, an off going nurse criticizes a patient who wears heavy makeup; which comment by the nurse who received the report best demonstrates advocacy our patients need our help to learn behaviors that will help them get along in society 
Which outcome, focused on recovery, wou...
Which of the following patients has severe respiratory distress? 
A.Jason, 3-mos-old resp. rate 18 B.Jackson, 3-yrs-old resp. rate 22 C.Megan, 13-yrs-old resp. rate 24 D.Michelle 19-mos-old resp. rate 26 A.Jason, 3-mos-old resp. rate 18 
*The nurse in an outpatient center is caring for a 4-month-old...
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Add to cartWhich of the following patients has severe respiratory distress? 
A.Jason, 3-mos-old resp. rate 18 B.Jackson, 3-yrs-old resp. rate 22 C.Megan, 13-yrs-old resp. rate 24 D.Michelle 19-mos-old resp. rate 26 A.Jason, 3-mos-old resp. rate 18 
*The nurse in an outpatient center is caring for a 4-month-old...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder occurs after an individual experiences a traumatic event/series of event 
Symptoms of PTSD Re-experiencing of the trauma (flashback) Avoidance of stimuli associated with trauma Persistent symptoms of increased arousal (hypervigilance, easily startled, irritability, rec...
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Add to cartPost Traumatic Stress Disorder occurs after an individual experiences a traumatic event/series of event 
Symptoms of PTSD Re-experiencing of the trauma (flashback) Avoidance of stimuli associated with trauma Persistent symptoms of increased arousal (hypervigilance, easily startled, irritability, rec...
A nurse is taking care of a patient who is 1 day postoperative. The patient is receiving morphine sulfate by PCA for pain. Vital signs are: temperature 98.9° F, apical pulse 88/minute, respirations 12/minute, and blood pressure 136/88 mm Hg. The nurse would be most concerned about administering mor...
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Add to cartA nurse is taking care of a patient who is 1 day postoperative. The patient is receiving morphine sulfate by PCA for pain. Vital signs are: temperature 98.9° F, apical pulse 88/minute, respirations 12/minute, and blood pressure 136/88 mm Hg. The nurse would be most concerned about administering mor...
Immunity the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells. 
passive immunity between mother and baby -mother interaction at birth -immune systems are not fully mature and are more susceptible to infection -anyth...
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Add to cartImmunity the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells. 
passive immunity between mother and baby -mother interaction at birth -immune systems are not fully mature and are more susceptible to infection -anyth...
What spectrum is Amphotericin B? Broad Spectrum 
What are adverse effects of Amphotericin B? Bone Marrow Suppression Hypokalemia Nephrotoxicity Infusion Reactions 
How to combat infusion reactions during administration of Amphotericin B? Diphenhydramine and Acetaminophen before infusion 
How to decr...
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Add to cartWhat spectrum is Amphotericin B? Broad Spectrum 
What are adverse effects of Amphotericin B? Bone Marrow Suppression Hypokalemia Nephrotoxicity Infusion Reactions 
How to combat infusion reactions during administration of Amphotericin B? Diphenhydramine and Acetaminophen before infusion 
How to decr...
The circulating nurse explains to a nursing student that thiopental sodium (Pentothal) is commonly administered to a surgical patient during induction of anesthesia. Why is this drug considered to be a mainstay of anesthesia induction? (select all that apply) - causes a smaller drop in blood pressur...
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Add to cartThe circulating nurse explains to a nursing student that thiopental sodium (Pentothal) is commonly administered to a surgical patient during induction of anesthesia. Why is this drug considered to be a mainstay of anesthesia induction? (select all that apply) - causes a smaller drop in blood pressur...
Post partum hemorrhage -bleeding of more than 500 mL after vaginal deliver 
-bleeding of more than 1000 mL after C-section 
 
Major obstetric hemorrhage blood loss of more than mL 
or 
bleeding that required more than 5 units of transfused blood 
 
Primary postpartum hemorrhage occurs in the first...
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Add to cartPost partum hemorrhage -bleeding of more than 500 mL after vaginal deliver 
-bleeding of more than 1000 mL after C-section 
 
Major obstetric hemorrhage blood loss of more than mL 
or 
bleeding that required more than 5 units of transfused blood 
 
Primary postpartum hemorrhage occurs in the first...
Identify 4 ways patients can decrease the risk of antibiotic-resistant infections and explain why each one decreases risk. "1. Do Not Take Antibiotics to Prevent Illness (unless prescribed) Doing this increases your risk for developing resistant infection. Exceptions include taking antibiotics as p...
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Add to cartIdentify 4 ways patients can decrease the risk of antibiotic-resistant infections and explain why each one decreases risk. "1. Do Not Take Antibiotics to Prevent Illness (unless prescribed) Doing this increases your risk for developing resistant infection. Exceptions include taking antibiotics as p...
At what GCS score do you intubate? 8 
Most common childhood cancer for <14 leukemia 
How is leukemia definitively diagnosed? bone marrow aspiration 
Hallmark manifestation of retinoblastoma cat eye reflex (white glow) 
Describe Wilms tumor and treatment embryonal kidney tumor treated by surgery 
...
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Most common childhood cancer for <14 leukemia 
How is leukemia definitively diagnosed? bone marrow aspiration 
Hallmark manifestation of retinoblastoma cat eye reflex (white glow) 
Describe Wilms tumor and treatment embryonal kidney tumor treated by surgery 
...
Hemorrhage (Causes, RF, S/S, Diagnostics, Gen Treatment) Causes: bleeding inside and outside the body 
RF: meds that cause bleeding, recent surgery etc. 
S/S: cool moist skin, down BP, up HR, down output, delayed cap refill 
Diagnostics: RBC might be falsely high for 2-3 days, low RBC, Hgb, Hct ...
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Add to cartHemorrhage (Causes, RF, S/S, Diagnostics, Gen Treatment) Causes: bleeding inside and outside the body 
RF: meds that cause bleeding, recent surgery etc. 
S/S: cool moist skin, down BP, up HR, down output, delayed cap refill 
Diagnostics: RBC might be falsely high for 2-3 days, low RBC, Hgb, Hct ...
A nurse is providing care to a 7 y/o child in the emergency room. Which of the following interventions may be most helpful in this situation? A.) Distract the child with a toy that has flashing lights B.) Provide treatments with the parents out of the room if possible C.) Explain the process of trea...
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Add to cartA nurse is providing care to a 7 y/o child in the emergency room. Which of the following interventions may be most helpful in this situation? A.) Distract the child with a toy that has flashing lights B.) Provide treatments with the parents out of the room if possible C.) Explain the process of trea...
Intravenous benzodiazepines produce a loss of which functions? memory surrounding a procedure 
Intravenous benzodiazepines, depending on the dosage, produce amnesia and/or unconsciousness and reduce anxiety. Benzodiazepines do not affect sensation. A loss of all sensations and consciousness is produ...
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Add to cartIntravenous benzodiazepines produce a loss of which functions? memory surrounding a procedure 
Intravenous benzodiazepines, depending on the dosage, produce amnesia and/or unconsciousness and reduce anxiety. Benzodiazepines do not affect sensation. A loss of all sensations and consciousness is produ...
A nurse on a medical-surgical orthopedic unit is caring for a patient who underwent a posterior hip arthroplasty yesterday. What should the nurse include in her plan of care to prevent dislocation of the new prosthesis? A. Keep the affected leg in a position of adduction. B. Ambulate with a gait bel...
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Add to cartA nurse on a medical-surgical orthopedic unit is caring for a patient who underwent a posterior hip arthroplasty yesterday. What should the nurse include in her plan of care to prevent dislocation of the new prosthesis? A. Keep the affected leg in a position of adduction. B. Ambulate with a gait bel...
Mental health A state of well-being in which each individual is able to realize his/her own potential, cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and make a contribution to the community. Mental and physical health are interconnected- any distinction between mental and physical illnes...
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Add to cartMental health A state of well-being in which each individual is able to realize his/her own potential, cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and make a contribution to the community. Mental and physical health are interconnected- any distinction between mental and physical illnes...
Which of the following post-op positions would best prevent aspiration or airway obstruction in the PACU? 
1.) Side-lying 2.) Semi-fowlers 3.) Fowlers 4.) Supine side lying 
The nurse is performing pre-op teaching for the patient. Which of the following items must be included in the teaching? SELECT...
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Add to cartWhich of the following post-op positions would best prevent aspiration or airway obstruction in the PACU? 
1.) Side-lying 2.) Semi-fowlers 3.) Fowlers 4.) Supine side lying 
The nurse is performing pre-op teaching for the patient. Which of the following items must be included in the teaching? SELECT...
The nurse is caring for a patient who receives a divided dose of IV amikacin (Amikin) twice a day. When will the nurse draw blood for measurement of a trough aminoglycoside level? Just prior to administration of next dose 
A hospitalized patient is receiving gentamicin (Garamycin) 80 mg IV twice dai...
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Add to cartThe nurse is caring for a patient who receives a divided dose of IV amikacin (Amikin) twice a day. When will the nurse draw blood for measurement of a trough aminoglycoside level? Just prior to administration of next dose 
A hospitalized patient is receiving gentamicin (Garamycin) 80 mg IV twice dai...
Standard Precautions (Tier One) • Masks, eye protection, and face shields when patient care may include splashing or sprays of blood, body fluid secretions, or excretions, and during bronchoscopy, endotracheal intubation, and open suctioning of the respiratory tract • Fluid-resistant nonsterile ...
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Add to cartStandard Precautions (Tier One) • Masks, eye protection, and face shields when patient care may include splashing or sprays of blood, body fluid secretions, or excretions, and during bronchoscopy, endotracheal intubation, and open suctioning of the respiratory tract • Fluid-resistant nonsterile ...
Aseptic technique practiced as each surgical item is opened and placed on the instrument table -practiced in or to prevent infection -implemented through the creation and maintenance of a sterile field -center of sterile field is the surgical incision 
Scrubbing method for surgery fingers to elbows ...
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Add to cartAseptic technique practiced as each surgical item is opened and placed on the instrument table -practiced in or to prevent infection -implemented through the creation and maintenance of a sterile field -center of sterile field is the surgical incision 
Scrubbing method for surgery fingers to elbows ...
Evidence based practice is defined as... a problem-solving approach to clinical practice based on best practices 
Evidence based practice has been established to advance nursing practice. The goals for this practice have been to... facilitate the highest quality of care and the best client outcomes ...
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Add to cartEvidence based practice is defined as... a problem-solving approach to clinical practice based on best practices 
Evidence based practice has been established to advance nursing practice. The goals for this practice have been to... facilitate the highest quality of care and the best client outcomes ...
Goal of pediatric nursing To promote healthy development of the child as a physical, intellectual, and emotional-social being within the context of the family and the community 
Scope and standards of pediatric nursing Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN) American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethic...
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Add to cartGoal of pediatric nursing To promote healthy development of the child as a physical, intellectual, and emotional-social being within the context of the family and the community 
Scope and standards of pediatric nursing Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN) American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethic...
Which statement made by the patient demonstrates an understanding of the treatment of choice for patients managing the effects of traumatic events? a. "I attend my therapy sessions regularly" b. "those intrusive memories are hidden for a reason and should stay hidden" c. "keeping busy is the ke...
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A patient is admitted to the emergency department with an attempted aspirin overdose. The nurse notes that the patient is hyperventilating and monitors for which acid-base disorder? A. Respiratory acidosis B. Respiratory alkalosis C. Metabolic acidosis D. Metabolic alkalosis B. Respiratory alkalosis...
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Add to cartA patient is admitted to the emergency department with an attempted aspirin overdose. The nurse notes that the patient is hyperventilating and monitors for which acid-base disorder? A. Respiratory acidosis B. Respiratory alkalosis C. Metabolic acidosis D. Metabolic alkalosis B. Respiratory alkalosis...
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