A patient who has had hip surgery is at very high risk of
A) heel ulcers.
B) nausea.
C) constipation.
D) depression.
A
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The student nurse is learning about the functions of different antibodies. Which principles does the student learn? (Select all that apply.)
a. IgA is found in high concentrations in secretions from mucous membranes. b. IgD is present in the highest concentrations in mucous membranes. c. IgE is associated with antibody-mediated hypersensitivity reactions. d. IgG comprises the majority of the circulating antibody population. e. IgM is the first antibody formed by a newly sensitized B cell.
The nurse has developed a plan of care for a 12-month-old hospitalized with dehydration as a result of rotavirus. Which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care?
A) Encouraging the infant to drink fruit juice B) Offering Kool-Aid or popsicles as tolerated C) Encouraging milk products to boost calorie intake D) Maintaining the intravenous fluid rate as ordered
The nurse has just completed an interview and physical examination of a newly admitted client. What sources of information should this nurse use in formulating expected outcomes for the client?
A. Identified nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems B. The goals for the client as set by family members C. The medical history and laboratory test results D. Client goals as set by the nursing staff
Clients with prolonged use of which of the following anti-inflammatory drugs should be monitored for development of adverse hematological effects?
a. ketoprofen c. ketorolac b. ibuprofen d. phenylbutazone