A client admitted with angina compains of severe chest pain and suddenly becomes unresponsive. After establishing unresponsiveness, which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
A) Activate the resuscitation team
B) Open the client's airway
C) Check for breathing
D) Check for signs of circulation
Answer: A) Activate the resuscitation team
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Before administering a sedative or hypnotic to a client, the nurse would assess which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Blood pressure B) Pulse C) Oxygen saturation level D) Respiratory rate E) Temperature
The orthopedic nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a fracture of the radius. When the nurse is considering all of the various types of bone fractures, which bone type is most anticipated?
A) Collagen B) Cortical C) Cancellous D) Cartilage
The nurse is teaching a homeless pregnant teenager about prenatal care. Which should the nurse emphasize in the teaching session?
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