A pregnant client tells the nurse that she is having leg cramps. Which of these suggestions should the nurse offer?
a. Wear low-heeled shoes. c. Pull toes toward the knees.
b. Apply ice packs to the legs. d. Avoid fluids containing caffeine.
C
When experiencing leg cramping, flexion of the calf muscles by pulling the toes toward the knee can often alleviate the cramp.
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A. There may be subtle racism exhibited toward those with sickle cell disease. B. Physicians are not familiar with the trajectory of a pain crisis. C. The person isn't aware that appropriate care for a pain crisis exists. D. The person may not explain their symptoms appropriately.
The nurse is preparing to give acetaminophen (Tylenol) to a child who has a fever. What nursing action is appropriate?
a. Retake the temperature in 15 minutes after giving the Tylenol. b. Place a warm blanket on the child so chilling does not occur. c. Check to be sure the Tylenol dose does not exceed 15 mg/kg. d. Use cold compresses instead of Tylenol to control the fever.
Which of the following is NOT a cause of hyponatremia due to excess of water gain?
a. Hyperglycemia b. Cirrrhosis of liver c. Renal Failure d. Heart failure
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What will be an ideal response?