The number of pulses felt in 1 minute is the:
a. Pulse
b. Pulse deficit
c. Pulse rate
d. Heartbeat
C
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1. Administer the drug as ordered. 2. Monitor the client's renal function. 3. Ask the physician to change the dosage to 30 mg. 4. Give the drug and contact the doctor for a second dose if the client does not fall asleep.
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cannula. E. Hyperoxygenate the client. F. Instruct the client to cough.G. Rapidly remove the tube at peak inspiration.H. Suction the endotracheal tube and oral cavity. I. Tell the client to take a deep breath.
Mrs. Baker comes to your office with her 2-year-old son. On examination you note that the urinary meatus appears on the upper surface of the penis. Which of the following conditions best describes these clinical findings?
A. Varicocele B. Epispadias C. Hydrocele D. Balanitis