Denial is the most common defense mechanism used by alcoholics
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The nurse preparing a patient for cardiac surgery knows that which of the following procedures are completed when a recipient's heart is removed and the donor heart is implanted at the vena cava and pulmonary veins?
A) Orthotropic transplant B) Xenograft C) Heterotropic transplant D) Homograft
A renal failure patient with severe hyperkalemia (K+ level 7.2 mEq/L) has just been admitted to the nursing unit. Given the severity of this situation, the nurse should be prepared to administer which intravenous infusion stat?
A) Lactated Ringer solution at 150 mL/hour to maintain blood glucose levels B) Regular insulin infusion, rate dependent on lab values C) Infusion of Solu-Medrol to decrease irritation to the intravascular system D) Dilaudid via patient-controlled device (PCA) to control pain
When conducting an assessment interview, which of the following is the best communication technique for the nurse to use?
a. Ask multiple questions at the same time b. Offer limited time for the client to respond to each question that is asked c. Use short, unambiguous listening responses focused on current health issues and client concerns d. Ensure that all questions are answered immediately in order to avoid the need for related follow-up questions to clarify
A child has a history of hypoparathyroidism. While assessing the child, a nurse would expect to find:
1. A short, thick neck for a girl. 2. A malnourished child. 3. A small-statured boy. 4. A tall-statured girl.