What is the main purpose for obtaining a blood culture?
A) Detect bacterial invasion and the spread of the infection through the bloodstream
B) Detect the spread of a viral infection in the cardiovascular system
C) Test the glucose level of a patient with diabetes
D) Determine the blood type of a patient undergoing a transfusion
A
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A nurse cares for a client with a fractured fibula. Which assessment should alert the nurse to take immediate action?
a. Pain of 4 on a scale of 0 to 10 b. Numbness in the extremity c. Swollen extremity at the injury site d. Feeling cold while lying in bed
A patient asks, "Why is it important to uncover memories and conflicts hidden in the unconscious?" A Freudian therapist would explain that bringing unconscious information to consciousness will
a. resolve developmental issues, fears, and crises. b. allow an individual control over the id and superego. c. suppress painful feelings and increase rational thinking. d. provide insight into behavior and allow meaningful change to occur.
A nursing instructor is teaching about pharmacological treatments for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which information about atomoxetine (Strattera) should be included in the lesson plan?
A. Strattera, unlike methylphenidate (Ritalin), is a central nervous system depressant. B. When taking Strattera, a client should eliminate all red food coloring from the diet. C. Strattera will be a life-long intervention for clients diagnosed with this disorder. D. Strattera, unlike methylphenidate (Ritalin), is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.
In providing nursing care, it is most important to perform which action?
A) Administration of prescribed medications B) Implementation of physician's orders C) Evaluation of client's responses D) Coordination of care with the health care team