Which laboratory finding would be anticipated in the client admitted with ulcerative colitis?
A. A decreased WBC
B. An increased total protein level
C. An elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate
D. An increased serum potassium level
C
An increased ESR secondary to the inflammatory process associated with ulcerative colitis is a common finding during exacerbation of the disease.
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Inspection of the peripheral vascular system should include
a. Assessing for edema using a tape measure b. Observing the color and temperature of the skin c. Noticing the hairiness or lack of hair on the extremities d. All of the above
An older client with muscle wasting, renal disease, and advanced cancer pain asks for stronger pain medication than immediate-release oral morphine. What is the most important consideration when recommending a pain medication change to the health care provider for this client?
1. If the narcotic dose is increased, constipation is more likely. 2. Sleeping through meals is more likely when narcotic doses are increased. 3. Extended-release oral morphine should be considered for this client. 4. A Fentanyl transdermal patch provides excellent relief for cancer-related pain.
The community health nurse is asked to develop a STI educational program to target at-risk people in the community
After reviewing the risk factors for chlamydial infections, for what population should the nurse target the information in the educational plan? 1. males at the adult senior center 2. groups of teenagers from the local high school 3. married couples attending Lamaze classes 4. children from the local 4H Club
The nurse working with the family of a child with impetigo will teach the family which of the following things?
a. how to cover the skin to prevent the transfer of infection to others b. isolation techniques such as masking, gowning, and gloving c. handwashing techniques using antibacterial soap and not sharing towels and personal items d. how to apply the tincture of benzoin to the lesions