A mother has come to the emergency department (ED) with her 2-year-old who appears to be having a hypersensitivity reaction
The ED nurse knows that a hypersensitivity reaction may be characterized by an immediate reaction beginning within minutes of exposure to an antigen. What condition is an example of such a reaction?
A) Anaphylactic reaction immediately following a bee sting
B) Skin reaction from tape adhesive
C) Hay fever
D) Rheumatoid arthritis
A
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The perinatal nurse explains the function of Wharton's jelly to a class of expectant parents. What description is most accurate?
A. Collection of blood from the maternal circulation B. Gooey uterine substance that cushions the fetus C. Precursor cells from which blood cells originate D. Protects the umbilical cord from compression
A 74-year-old man who has just returned to the medical-surgical floor following surgery for a total knee replacement says he has "been confused in the past" when he takes pain medications. The nurse realizes that the elderly may:
A) Require lower doses of medication and are easily confused with new medications B) Have altered absorption and metabolism, which prohibits the use of opiates C) Be confused following surgery and that is related to normal aging and unrelated to the medication D) Require a higher initial dose of pain medication followed by a tapered dose
A preschool child has experienced a severe burn. The nurse is assessing the nutritional needs of this patient. To provide the required nutrition, the nurse:
a. Provides a high-calorie, high-protein diet b. Discourages parents from bringing food from home c. Provides 3 three large meals each day d. Provides a low-calorie, low-protein diet
A client has had a severe laceration to the lower leg. In teaching this client about healing, which type of tissue should the nurse explain shows a continuous state of regeneration?
A) Epithelial tissue B) Connective tissue C) Muscle tissue D) Nerve tissue