Behavioral cues must be used to assess for the presence of pain in infants. Which of the following behaviors suggests pain in a 2-month-old infant?
A) Decreased intake with each feeding
B) Sleeping longer during naps
C) Crying when put on abdomen
D) Continued crying after diaper change and being fed
D
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A client is receiving mannitol as treatment to promote diuresis in acute renal failure. The nurse would expect to administer the drug by which route?
A) Intramuscularly B) Subcutaneously C) Intravenously D) Orally
The process of labor places significant metabolic demands on the obstetric client. Which physiologic findings would be expected?
a. Decreased maternal blood pressure as a result of stimulation of alpha receptors b. Uterine vasoconstriction as a result of stimulation of beta receptors c. Increased maternal demand for oxygen d. Increased blood flow to placenta because of catecholamine release
What is important to incorporate in the plan of care for a child who is experiencing a seizure?
a. Describe and record the seizure activity observed. b. Suction the child during a seizure to prevent aspiration. c. Place a tongue blade between the teeth if they become clenched. d. Restrain the child when seizures occur to prevent bodily harm.
Identify the characteristics of a task that is to be delegated that would require that it be assigned to an RN
a. The client is relatively stable. b. The task is routine in nature and follows hospital policies. c. The task requires decision making to complete it. d. The client requires an assessment at the beginning of the shift.