A patient says, "I've never heard of an acute coronary syndrome. Please explain what happened to me." The nurse should respond, "Acute coronary syndrome is:
1. Another name for a myocardial infarction (MI) or heart attack."
2. A group of disorders that result in insufficient oxygen supply to the heart."
3. The second leading cause of death in the United States."
4. A type of abnormal heart rhythm."
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Rationale 1: An MI/heart attack is only one of the disorders that falls under this group of disorders. An MI includes tissue necrosis from arterial obstruction.
Rationale 2: Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is an inclusive term for conditions that cause chest pain due to insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle.
Rationale 3: ACS is the leading cause of death in United States.
Rationale 4: ACS is not a type of abnormal heart rhythm.
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What should the nurse respond to the client? 1. "Older clients do not get diabetes." 2. "Thirst is diminished in the older client." 3. "The best indication of diabetes mellitus is urinary incontinence in the older client." 4. "Do you have blurred vision?"
The presenting part of the fetus becomes engaged in the pelvis when it reaches the level of the:
a. Ischial tuberosities b. Ischial spines c. True pelvis d. False pelvis
Which of the following statements regarding WHO Collaborating Centers is most accurate?
A) One or two Regional Nursing Advisors carry out the work of a region that might be the home to thousands of nursing personnel. B) The World Health Organization Collaborating Centers in Nursing and other fields focus on specific areas of expertise and carry out the work of the member countries in these areas. C) It is referred to a philosophy, a movement, a way of thinking, a setting for health services, or a set of principles. D) It focuses on professional issues to support the development of particular health-related practitioners.
A nurse is promoted to the position of manager in a healthcare facility. What is a role specific to the manager?
A) Act as decision maker in case of confusion. B) Use role models to influence staff members. C) Plan and organize work for staff members. D) Coordinate the activities of all staff members.