A patient recovering from a stroke complains of pain. The nurse suspects this patient is most likely experiencing which type of pain?
A) Nociceptive
B) Neuropathic
C) Somatic
D) Idiopathic
B
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A nurse is assessing the nasal passages of a client before inserting a nasointestinal tube. Which of the following excludes a nostril for tube insertion?
A) Wide nasal passage B) Presence of nasal polyps C) Nasal hair growth D) Undeviated nasal septum
A patient enters the emergency department alert and oriented after swallowing toilet bowl cleaner. The most appropriate treatment would be:
A) Administering syrup of ipecac B) Performing a gastric lavage C) Giving milk to drink D) Sending for a psychiatric consultation
Which statement is accurate regarding the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)?
1. It publishes a consumer newsletter regarding medication errors. 2. It is a governmental agency. 3. It accepts reports from anyone for a nominal fee. 4. It only accepts reports from health care professionals.
The nurse plans to administer medication to the preschool child. Which approach indicates the nurse has an understanding of growth and development?
1. The child is often more cooperative if the parent is not in the room. 2. The child does better with verbal instruction than with play instruction. 3. There should be no need to restrain a child of this age. 4. Use a brief rationale, followed by quick administration of the medication.