Swallowing - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A 29 year old male client informs the nurse that he came to the clinic to see if, "Maybe I have lung cancer or something," and wants to get checked out since, "I can't seem to get rid of this body-wracking dry cough that has been hanging around for the last six weeks." Which computer documentation of this client's concerns should the nurse enter? correct answer: Describe having a "body-wracking dry cough" of 6 weeks duration. A 75-year-old client with a recent history of a cerebrovas...

ATI Capstone Pharmacology Assessment 2| 2024 Test Guide With Complete Solutions A nurse is preparing to administer a bisacodyl (Dulcolax) 10 mg suppository. Which of the following are correct administration guidelines for the nurse to implement? (Select all that apply.) (Answer: - - Lubricate index finger - Insert suppository just beyond internal sphincter A nurse is caring for a client who has anemia and has difficulty swallowing pills. The client's provider has prescribed a liquid or...

ATI RN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR WITH NGN A nurse is caring for a child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following findings indicates that the child may be experiencing a hemorrhage? Frequent swallowing A nurse is caring for a client who requests a contraceptive diaphragm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? Determine the client's knowledge about diaphragm use. A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a panic attack. Which of the ...

Excelsior College NUR 209 Final Exam with Correct Answers Which assessment findings would indicate to the registered nurse that proper latch-on has occurred in a breastfeeding client? Select All That Apply. Dimpling of infant’s cheeks while suckling. A slurping sound as infant suckles. Tongue down with lips flanged. Audible swallowing. Rhythmic suckling.

What are the regions involved in swallowing? correct answers oral cavity, upper esophageal sphincter, esophagus, lower esophageal sphincter, stomach What is the pressure in the oral cavity? correct answers 0 cm What is the pressure in the UES? correct answers 40-80 cm What is the pressure in the esophagus? correct answers -5 cm What is the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter? correct answers 40-80 cm What is the pressure in the stomach? correct answers 5 cm What kind of ...

ATI PEDIATRIC CMS EXAM (Latest 2023/ 2024) | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct Q: A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has acne and a new prescription for isotretinoin. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor? Answer: Depression serious side effects mental/mood changes (depression, anxiety, thoughts of sui- cide), tingling feeling in the skin, back/joint/ muscle pain, signs of infections (sore throat, fever), painful swallowing, peeling skin on ...

*TEST BANK FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 11TH EDITION POTTER PERRY CHAPTER 1-50 |COMPLETE GUIDE A+ QUESTIONS AND WELL EXPLAINED COMPLETE ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED AS CORRECT LATEST UPDATE 2024 A patient has been on bed rest for over 4 days. On assessment, the nurse identifies the following as a sign associated with immobility:* A. Decreased peristalsis B. Decreased heart rate C. Increased blood pressure D. Increased urinary output *Answer: A* Rationale: Immobility disrupts normal metabolic ...

Final Exam: NUR150 / NUR 150 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Fundamental Concepts of Practical Nursing I Exam Review |Complete Guide Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Hondros College Q: TRUE OR FALSE: It is important to watch post op patient's airway after surgery Answer: True Q: Signs and Symptoms of Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing) Answer: Coughing when eating or drinking, Drooling, Hoarse voice after talking normal, Pain when swallowing and breathing, and Runny nose du...

ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam (2 Versions)(140 Questions & Answers with rationale )(Latest updated, 2. A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to have his alanine aminotransferase (ALT) level checked. The client asks the nurse to explain the laboratory test. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse? a. “This test will indicate if you are at risk for developing blood clots b. “This test will determine if your heart is performing properly” c. “Thi...

Midterm Exam: NR 568 (NR568) |Latest 2023/ 2024| Advanced Pharmacology for the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Week 1-4| Complete Study Guide with Verified Answers- Chamberlain Week 1 Things to know about each of the major antibiotic drug classes - Aminoglycosides (Gentamicin, Neomycin, Tobramycin) ‘icin Precautions / Contraindications  Pregnancy: fetal ototoxicity  With other ototoxic drugs: furosemide, minocycline  With nephrotoxic drugs: vancomycin, cis...