After a bone scan, the nurse assesses a hematoma at the injection site of the dye. The nurse should apply ______ soaks or compresses
ANS:
warm
Heat will speed absorption of collected blood.
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While reviewing the bones in anatomy class, the instructor discusses this type of bone that protects the underlying structures. A good example of a flat bone is:
A) metatarsal bones. B) vertebrae. C) femur. D) skull.
What is the priority reason for a nurse to perform a full physical health assessment on a client admitted with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder?
A. The attention during the assessment is beneficial in decreasing social isolation. B. Depression is a symptom of several medical conditions. C. Physical health complications are likely to arise from antidepressant therapy. D. Depressed clients avoid addressing physical health and ignore medical problems.
Which information should the nurse provide a client that has been prescribed tretinoin (Avita) for treatment of acne?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "It will take several weeks for you to see improvement in your skin." B. "You should continue using your over-the-counter oil drying medication until you start to see effects from this prescription." C. "Mild sun exposure will help this medication work more effectively." D. "You will likely notice redness and scaling of your skin while using this medication." E. "Continue to take the tetracycline previously prescribed for your cystic acne."
A client with anxiety and insomnia asks the nurse about the benefits of treatment with a benzodiazepine. Which response should the nurse provide the client?
A. "Benzodiazepines are the most effective." B. "Benzodiazepines have the lowest risk of dependency and tolerance." C. "Benzodiazepines are most likely to be covered under insurance premiums." D. "Benzodiazepines are most affordable."