Medicine

a patient who has recently begun antiretroviral therapy with a combination drug develops immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (iris) with mild symptoms. what does the nurse expect that the provider will recommend next?
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a patient at a long-term care facility suffered a spinal cord injury at level t 7 several months ago, developed a flushed face, diaphoresis and blurred vision. the nurse notes that the patient's blood pressure is 194/105 mm hg. which of the following interventions should the nurse perform first? a. palpating the area over the bladder for distention b. placing the patient in a semi fowler's position c. give prescribed stool softeners for constipation d. prepare to administer prescribed apresoline ivp
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an adolescent with asthma has controlled her asthma using a drug regimen that includes theophylline. which new behavior would be of greatest priority to report to the prescriber?
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the nurse is caring for a client with aortic regurgitation. the nurse knows to expect what symptoms during the physical examination?
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a student nurse is listing new standards for the administration of parenteral heparin that have been developed by the joint commission. which standard listed by the nursing student indicates a need for further training? group of answer choices
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which information would the nurse provide to clients regarding benefits of electronic health records (eh rs)? select all that apply. one, some, or all responses
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a client develops a transfusions reaction. which response ill nurse assess to determin kidney damange
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when caring for a client diagnosed with a peptic ulcer, the nurse administers omeprazole and amoxicillin. what diagnostic finding indicates therapeutic effects of this drug regimen?
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Which interval/segment observed via EKG sensor can be used to calculate the heart rate?a) RR Intervalb) PR segmentc) PR Intervald) QT Intervale) QRS Complex
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which instruction would the nurse provide to help a client prevent future attacks of glomerulonephritis?
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a client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (dmard). which information will the nurse explain regarding the purpose of this medication? select all that apply.a client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (dmard). which information will the nurse explain regarding the purpose of this medication? select all that apply.
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the nurse has completed administering medications through an enteral tube used for decompression. what is the appropriate nursing action?
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a 25-lb (11.3-kg) child is in the clinic because of frequent vomiting the last 24 hours. the nurse is to administer trimethobenzamide. what dose should the nurse administer, and by what route?
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when the nurse observes that a postoperative client demonstrates a constant low level of oxygen saturation, although the patient's breathing appears normal, the nurse identifies that the patient may be suffering from which type of hypoxemia?
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people with diabetes are advised to avoid large spikes in blood glucose levels. why might a person with diabetes be encouraged to choose foods high in complex carbohydrates rather than foods that are high in simple sugars?
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an informatics nurse is teaching a client recently diagnosed with heart failure how to use a web-based tool to learn more about this condition. the tool is provided by the client's primary care provider. the informatics nurse is teaching the client about:
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which questions would the nurse consider to assess and ensure delegation to the right person? select all that apply. one, some, or all answers may be correct.
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b. how could utilizing a care delivery value chain to develop and analyze malnutrition treatment programs: i. decrease system fragmentation, and ii. increase patient value?
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a client with paranoid schizophrenia shouts at the nurse, you're the one who made my lover leave me.' which conclusion would the nurse make?
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following a head injury on the football field, the medical team is assessing the player for injury. one of the earliest signs of decreased level of consciousness to assess for would be:
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why is it so improtant for you to confirm the transfer of your patient in the unit manager before you release the orders in the transfer navigator
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a parent brings a 12-year-old to the emergency room with multiple bite wounds to the arms and hands from a stray cat. which interventions should the nurse be prepared to apply? select all that apply.
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the nurse is caring for a 6-year-old girl with leukemia who is having an oncologic emergency. which signs and symptoms would indicate hyperleukocytosis?
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if a disease were to selectively target spongy bone rather than compact bone, would you expect the individual to have an increased risk of fractures, an increased risk of anemia, neither, or both?
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