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1. A nurse is administering 1 L of 0.9% sodium chloride to a client who is postoperative and has fluid-volume deficit. Which of the following changes should the nurse identify as an indication that the treatment was successful? A) Increase in hematocrit B) Increase in respiratory rate C) Decrease in heart rate D) Decrease in capillary refill time 2. A nurse working in the emergency department is witnessing the signing of informed consent forms for the treatment of multiple clients during...

1. what is montelukast (singular) for? a. a leukotriene modifier, and is taken on a regular basis, once a day, and not prn, and is not used for exercise induced asthma 2. what does advance directives contain? a. written instructions regarding end of life care 3. what is the greatest risk to a pt receiving hemodialysis? a. disequilibrium syndrome as a result of rapid loss of fluids and decrease bun 4. what is the clinical manifestation of disequilibrium? a. restlessness and decreased level...

1. Infections: Indications for Cesarean Birth- Mothers who are infected with HSV have the possibility of having a miscarriage, preterm labor or ectopic pregnancy. A cesarean section is recommended for all women who have active genital herpes lesions or early outbreak. 2. Infections: Treatment for Gonorrhea- Medications used for patients have gonorrhea includes Ceftriaxone IM and azithromycin PO which are broad spectrum antibiotics. They cause bactericidal action. 3. Expected Physiological Cha...

1. An occupational health nurse is preparing to teach a health promotion class for workers at a warehouse. Which of the following statements should the nurse include? "Rub your hands together for at least 10 seconds when washing them." "Keep your abdominal muscles tightened when lifting objects." "Ensure that 20 percent or less of calories are from saturated fats." "Engage in aerobic exercise 2 to 4 days per week for 20 min." 2. A nurse is preparing an in-service about family violen...

Chapter 1Introduction to Pathophysiology 1. The nucleus , which is essential for function and survival of the cell. A) is the site of protein synthesis B) contains the genetic code C) transforms cellular energy D) initiates aerobic metabolism 2. Although energy is not made in mitochondria, they are known as the power plants of the cell because they: A) contain RNA for protein synthesis. B) utilize glycolysis for oxidative energy. C) extract energy from organic compounds. D) store calci...

1. A policy requiring the removal of acrylic nails by all nursing personnel was implemented 6 months ago. Which assessment measure best determines if the intended outcome of the policy is being achieved. a. Number of staff induced injury b. Client satisfaction survey c. Health care-associated infection rate. d. Rate of needle-stick injuries by nurse. 2. The nurse is preparing to assist a newly admitted client with personal hygiene measures. The client...the client’s gag reflex. Which act...

Multiple Choice Questions 1) The analysis of the internal structure of individual cells is called A) cytology. B) histology. C) embryology. D) physiology. E) anatomy. Answer: A Diff: 1 Skill: Level 1 Questions: Reviewing Facts and Terms 2) The study of the general form and superficial markings of an organism is called anatomy. A) gross B) surface C) systemic D) regional E) surgical Answer: B Diff: 1 Skill: Level 1 Questions: Reviewing Facts and Terms 3) The study of the sup...

1. Which information is a priority for the RN to reinforce to an older client after intravenous pylegraphy? A) Eat a light diet for the rest of the day B) Rest for the next 24 hours since the preparation and the test is tiring. C) During waking hours drink at least 1 8-ounce glass of fluid every hour for the next 2 days D) Measure the urine output for the next day and immediately notify the health care provider if it should decrease. The correct answer is D: Measure the urine output for ...

1. The nurse knows that which statement by the mother indicates that the mother understands safety precautions with her four month-old infant and her 4 year-old child? A) "I strap the infant car seat on the front seat to face backwards." B) "I place my infant in the middle of the living room floor on a blanket to play with my 4 year old while I make supper in the kitchen." C) "My sleeping baby lies so cute in the crib with the little buttocks stuck up in the air while the four year ol...

1. During a mental status examination, the nurse wants to assess a patient’s affect. The nurse should ask the patient which question? “How do you feel today?” 2. The nurse is planning to assess new memory with a patient. The best way for the nurse to do this would be to: Give him the Four Unrelated Words Test. 3. A 45-year-old woman is at the clinic for a mental status assessment. In giving her the Four Unrelated Words Test, the nurse would be concerned if she could not four unrela...