The nurse explains that the purpose of a stent in the carotid artery of a person with a TIA is to (select all that apply):
1. capture circulating clots.
2. help with subsequent angioplasties.
3. keep the artery open.
4. prevent hemorrhage.
5. measure pressure in the artery.
3
The only thing that the stent does is keep the artery open.
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A peripheral neurotransmitter responsible for transmitting information about tissue injuries at peripheral receptors to the central nervous system (CNS) is:
A. serotonin. B. Substance P. C. gamma-aminobutyric acid. D. dopamine.
A new graduate nurse has accepted a staff position at an inpatient meant health facility. The graduate nurse can expect to be responsible for:
A) Providing clinical supervision B) Using effective communication skills C) Adjusting patient medications D) Directing program development
Clinical manifestations of ITP include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Gingival bleeding b. Retinal hemorrhage c. Fluid retention d. Muscle cramps e. Petechial hemorrhages on legs
Which of the following interventions would not be appropriate for a patient who is admitted with a suspected basilar skull fracture?
a. Insertion of a nasogastric tube b. Insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter c. Endotracheal intubation d. Placement of an oral airway