Signs and symptoms of a stroke include
A) edema.
B) rapid respirations.
C) slurred speech.
D) chest pain.
C
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a. Gastrointestinal dysfunction b. Knowledge deficit related to health promotion practices c. Chronic mental illness d. Depression
Adolescents who cope ineffectively with anxiety often express themselves by
1. looking within themselves. 2. talking about their problems. 3. engaging in high-risk behaviors. 4. regressing to earlier behaviors, such as thumb sucking.
The nurse wants to gain information about a client's situation. Which question should the nurse use to maximize communication with this patient?
1. "What brings you to the hospital?" 2. "Are you having pain?" 3. "Does your pain feel better or worse today?" 4. "Is there anything I can do for you?"
A client who underwent surgery for shoulder dislocation is moved to the postoperative
nursing care unit. Which nursing step must the nurse perform when providing immediate postoperative care to the client? A) Avoid cleaning and changing of the client's dressing B) Allow the client's family members to see the client before beginning assessment C) Position the client's feet in Trendelenburg's position D) Splint the area over the incision with a pillow or blanket