To extinguish a small fire that started when a cigarette was accidentally thrown into a waste can, which type of extinguisher should the nurse select?
a. class A c. class B or C
b. class B d. class A, B, or C
A
Fire prevention in a health care facility requires knowing what can cause a fire and removing the cause, as well as knowing how to protect clients should a fire occur. Class A extinguishers are used to put out ordinary combustibles such as wood, cloth, and paper.
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A) Take medication at bedtime to avoid issues with drowsiness. B) Monitor heart rate and hold dosages if heart rate is less than 60. C) Take with food. D) Increase fiber intake to avoid constipation.
The nurse is preparing a client for a CT (computed tomography) scanning of the abdomen with contrast. What question should be asked before the examination?
A. "Are you allergic to iodine or seafood?" B. "Have you had anything to eat or drink within the past 12 hours?" C. "Have you finished drinking all the required fluid?" D. "Can you tolerate being tilted from side to side during the procedure?"
Impaired vision may result from a deficiency of:
a. pyridoxine (vitamin B6). c. potassium. b. retinol (vitamin A). d. cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12).
Diuretics are primarily used in the management of all these conditions except:
A. hypotension. B. edema. C. hypertension. D. anuria.