A nurse is caring for a client with acute renal failure who has had a femoral vein cannulation for hemodialysis access. For what complication of this procedure should the nurse remain alert?

A. Ascites
B. Hematoma
C. Skin necrosis
D. Renal artery occlusion


B
The puncture site of the femoral vein is prone to hematoma formation, because positioning the extremity can cause movement of the cannula and subsequent bleeding at the site.

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1. Establish rapport and build a trusting nurse–client relationship. 2. Move from victim to survivor status. 3. Become aware of legal rights. 4. Involve significant others in the treatment plan.

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Following the administration of ear drops to the left ear, the client should be positioned:

1. Prone 2. Upright 3. Right lateral 4. Dorsal recumbent with hyperextension of the neck.

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The nurse is caring for a patient with Huntington chorea. Which symptom(s) is/are characteristic manifestation(s) of this disease? (Select all that apply.)

a. Fidgeting b. Restlessness c. Constant movement d. Dementia e. Difficulty swallowing

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List the six components of the chain of infection and describe how they contribute to the development of disease.

What will be an ideal response?

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