A patient has been smoking for more than 40 years. He developed a bone tumor in the right hip. What is the greatest risk the patient may experience?
A) Fracture
B) Pain
C) Immobility
D) Numbness
Ans: A
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The nurse is reviewing the anatomy and physiologic functioning of the heart. Which statement best describes what is meant by atrial kick?
a. The atria contract during systole and attempt to push against closed valves. b. Contraction of the atria at the beginning of diastole can be felt as a palpitation. c. Atrial kick is the pressure exerted against the atria as the ventricles contract during systole. d. The atria contract toward the end of diastole and push the remaining blood into the ventricles.
A child is brought to the emergency department with moderate respiratory distress. She has an oxygen saturation of 89% but is awake, alert, and responsive, and is clinging to the mother
The nurse is consulting about appropriate oxygen delivery devices and expresses concern about the patient retaining CO2. Which oxygen delivery device is the most appropriate for this child? A. Facial CPAP B. Nasal cannula C. Oxygen tent D. Venturi mask
A nurse is educating a client who is primigravida about the expected changes during pregnancy. Which of the following are examples of anticipatory guidance about pregnancy?
A) Avoid wearing high heels, especially during late pregnancy. B) Inform healthcare provider if bleeding is more than just spotting. C) Avoid consuming too much fiber in the diet. D) Eat sweets at bedtime to avoid waking up feeling hungry.
When discussing elder abuse with a senior citizen group, which of the following would the community health include?
A) Older men experienced abuse at a higher rate than elderly women. B) Types of elder abuse include physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and exploitation. C) The majority of cases of elder abuse are perpetrated by persons unknown to the victim. D) Elders with dementia are less likely to be abused since they have less social interactions.