Marjorie Tew reinforced the safety of hospital births through her re-analysis of statistics
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: False
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Before taking a patient's blood pressure, a nurse should do which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Review the graphic sheet to identify how high to inflate the cuff. 2. Ask the patient if there is a reason to not take the blood pressure on either arm. 3. Change the ear pieces of the stethoscope. 4. Assess the patient's peripheral pulses. 5. Lower the bed to its lowest position.
What should the nurse do to decrease the potential for infection related to IV therapy?
a. Use the clean technique for dressing changes. b. Change the IV tubing every 12 hours. c. Palpate the insertion site daily through the intact dressing. d. After cleansing the skin, dab it dry with a sterile gauze pad.
A nurse has been caring for a client who is going to be discharged from the healthcare facility. The nurse is required to prepare a discharge plan for the client. What important steps should a nurse take for discharge planning?
1 . Medications to be taken at home, and documentation of instructions and special precautions 2 . Ensure that the client or family has the necessary discharge instructions 3 . Careful documentation of all instructions that are given to the client or family 4 . Include a plan for follow-up in the discharge plan A) 1, 2, 3 B) 1, 2, 4 C) 1, 3, 4 D) 2, 3, 4
Why are meglitinides better tolerated than sulfonylureas?
A. Sulfonylureas are better tolerated than Meglitinides B. Cause less hypoglycemia C. Cause less weight gain D. Longer duration of action