Thinning extremities - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RN VATI Medical Surgery 2019 - Questions, Answers and Rationales A nurse is caring for a client who is 24 hr postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A. Place the affected leg in external rotation. B. Encourage the client to use the incentive spirometer every shift. C. Instruct the client to lean forward when rising from a chair. D. Maintain abduction of the affected extremity. The nurse should ensure that the affected extremity is...

Leik FNP certification review 2024 questions with answers A 30-year-old chef complains of pruritic hives over her chest and arms, but denies difficulty swallowing or breathing. She reports a family history of allergic rhinitis and asthma. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate? A. Obtain a complete and thorough history B. Recommend an oral antihistamine such as diphenhydramine 25 mg PO QID C. Give an injection of epinephrine 1:1000 intramuscularly stat D. Call 911 - Cor...

HESI Gerontology Sample Exam Version 1 (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers with Rationales| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: A frail elderly woman visits the healthcare provider because she has been getting out of breath easily when walking long distances. Which pulmonary function change should the registered nurse (RN) expect to commonly occur with aging? A. Decreased residual volume B. Mild respiratory acidosis C. Reduced vital capacity D. Increased alveoli function Answer: ...

TEST BANK FOR HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN NURSING, 7TH EDITION BY WEBER, VERIFIED CHAPTERS 1 - 34, COMPLETE NEWEST VERSION QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED COMPLETE WELL EXPLAINED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES 100% CORRECT VERIFIED BY EXPERTS LATEST UPDATE 2024 GRADED A+ GUARANTEED SUCCESS AFTER DOWNLOAD (ALL YOU NEED TO PASS YOUR EXAMS) A nurse on a postsurgical unit is admitting a client following the client's cholecystectomy. What is the overall purpose of assessment for this client? Make clinical judgements A...

reecclampsia (Pregnancy-induced hypertension) Signs and symptoms - edema of the face and extremities - weight gain - blurred vision - elevated BP - proteinuria - headaches B-12 deficiency Signs and symptoms - tingling and numbness in fingers and toes - difficulty walking - mood changes or depression - memory loss - disorientation - dementia Severe kyphosis (late sign of Osteoporosis) Signs and symptoms: - difficulty breathing - fatigue - back pain + Kyphosis i...

BSMCON NUR 2102 - Final Cumulative Exam Questions and Answers Melanoma Risk Factors - Answer-Too much exposure to UV radiation Moles Fair skin, freckling, red, or blonde hair Positive family history of melanoma History of immunosuppressive treatment Older age Male gender Past history of melanoma Screening Recommendations for Melanoma - Answer-Skin examination every 3 years for ages 20-40 and yearly for over 40 Monthly skin self-exam starting at age 20 Appendages of the Skin - Answer...

ADULT HEALTH MEDICAL SURGICAL UPDATED EXAM NOTES AND STUDY GUIDE- FULLY FUNCTIONAL Strong indication of a hematologic disorder = Absence of hair on the legs • Rationale: Thinning or absence of hair on the extremities indicates poor arterial circulation to that area Brachytherapy Treatment • Procedure that involves placing radioactive material inside of the body • Indication o Commonly used to treat prostate cancer o Cervical cancer o Uterine (endometrial) cancer o Brest cancer, ...

ATI MED SURG 324 UPDATED EXAM WITH RATIONALE PROVIDED ATI MED SURG 324 UPDATED EXAM WITH RATIONALE PROVIDED 1.) A nurse is teaching a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus about foot care. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? ● I will apply moisturizer between my toes ● I will soak my feet daily ● Ill be sure to wear cotton socks every day ● Ill use a heating pad to warm my feet Rationale: The nurse should instruct...

LEIK FNP CERTIFICATION REVIEW EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100% VERIFIED AND GRADED A+ ALREADY PASSED A 30-year-old chef complains of pruritic hives over her chest and arms, but denies difficulty swallowing or breathing. She reports a family history of allergic rhinitis and asthma. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate? A. Obtain a complete and thorough history B. Recommend an oral antihistamine such as diphenhydramine 25 mg PO QID C. Give an injection of epi...

MED SURG 1 & 2 HESI EXAM WITH SATISFIED SOLUTIONS Hyperglycemia s/s - Polydipsia, poly iris, polyphagia, blurred vision, weakness, weight loss, syncope Encourage water, check BG, assess for ketoacidosis, insulin asdir Hypoglycemia s/s - Headache, nausea, sweating, tremors, lethargy, hunger, confusion, slurred speech, tingling around mouth, anxiety Occurs rapidly, treat with complex carbs ( glucose gel, fruit juice, 10-16 jelly beans, gum drops, life savers Check BG, <40 May seize...