Which dose of cimetidine would be appropriate to administer to a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? 20 mg twice a day 150 mg twice a day 300 mg at bedtime 400 mg four times a day
Muscle tension that causes headaches affects __ heart, forehead, or chest forehead, jaw, or neck. jaw, chest, or heart forehead, chest, or neck
Trendelenburg position is when a patient's head is low and legs are elevated. True False
A nurse is assessing pain in a 4-year-old patient who has a femur fracture. Which pain assessment tool would be recommended for this patient? 0-10 Pain Scale Moderate Pain Scale Neonatal Infant Pain Scale Universal Pain Assessment Tool
What activates the renin -angiotensin-aldosterone system? High salt intake Decrease in blood pressure or blood volume Consumption of potassium-rich foods Stress Increase in blood pressure or blood volume
The nurse is describing effects of pain to a patient who is getting ready for surgery.Which statement made by the nurse indicates proper understanding of the effects of pain? "You may get a fever from the pain." "You may notice redness at the site of incision." "You may experience increased blood pressure." "You may experience drainage from the surgical site."
The nurse is educating a student nurse about risk factors for delirium in younger patients. Which statement made by the student nurse indicates a need for further education? "Stressful situations car place a younger patient at risk for developing delirium." "The younger female patient would have the higher risk for developing delirium." "Younger patients in the ICU who may be sleep-deprived are at higher risk for delirium." "The younger patient who sustained a motor vehicle accident may be at higher risk for developing delirium."
Which reasons might place an older adult patient admitted to the hospital be at higher risk for delirium? Select all that apply. Pain Immobility Medications Sleep deprivation Intravenous fluid replacement
What is one of the most common triggers of a spontaneous pneumomediastinum? Severe cough Cystic fibrosis Malignancy Congestive heart failure
Question 14 (1 point) Which of the following would you recommend to an athlete who is trying to improve their diet to help reach optimal performance? Increase fat Start taking amino acid supplements increase complex carbohydrates Increase vitamins
Multiple Choice Question Identify a true statement about immediate care of open wounds. The wounds must be cleaned as thoroughly as possible to minimize the chances of infection. Dressing wounds is not recommended as the wounds require an open environment to prevent infections. The wounds must initially be cleaned using copious amounts of disinfectants. Antibacterial solutions and hydrogen peroxide should be used to clean the wounds initially.
The wrist is __ to the elbow. A medial B lateral C proximal D horizontal E distal
A nurse is reviewing care for a client who has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) with assistive personnel. What statement by the AP indicates understanding of this client's care? "I will weigh the client carefully before breakfast and compare with yesterday's weight! "I will encourage plenty of fluids to promote urination and prevent dehydration." "I will assess the client's mucous membranes and skin for signs of dehydration." "I will teach the client not to select high-sodium or salty foods on the menu."
The term __ means any disease in the spinal cord or bone marrow. myelopathy myotomy myopathy myelotomy
Which dosage form is a liquid medication that contains a solid drug dissolved in a suitable solvent? A D) Cream B A) Solution C C) Emulsion D B) Suspension
A nurse caring for a client at risk for increased intracranial pressure is monitoring the client for manifestations that indicate that the pressure is increasing. To do this,the nurse should check the function of the third cranial nerve by performing which of the following data-collection activities? Observing for facial asymmetry Checking pupillary responses to light Eliciting the gag reflex Testing visual aculty
: What are the essential roles of the nurse when preparing and administering medications to a patient?
Which are appropriate interventions for an apneic child? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY Provide a breath every 2 seconds. Provide a breath every 2 to 3 seconds. Check for a pulse every 1 minute while ventilating. Watch for chest rise.
A client presents at the primary health care provider's office with complaints of a bull's-eye rash on his upper leg . Which question would the nurse ask first? A. Prepare for possible airway obstruction and notify the provider immediately B. Apply cool compresses to facial burns C. Monitor hourly blood glucose levels D. Start IV fluids and assess urine output
A food worker has finished cleaning and sanitizing : his work area and is ready to prepare food. Where should he store the cleaning and sanitizing chemicals? a. On a shelf above his work area b. In the utility closet away from food c. On a shelf in the dry food storage
