A patient is admitted to rule out gallstones. Which study would you expect to be ordered?
A) radionuclide scan
B) barium swallow
C) colonoscopy
D) ultrasonography
D
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Respiratory distress syndrome is the greatest potential problem for the preterm infant, resulting from the immature respiratory system. The nurse explains this lack of oxygenation results because the lungs have not produced adequate:
a. mucus. b. oxygen exchange. c. surfactant. d. carbon dioxide removal.
The parent of an adolescent who has taken methylphenidate 20 mg/day for 6 months for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) brings the child to clinic for evaluation of a recent onset of nausea, vomiting, and headaches
The parent expresses concern that the child seems less focused and more hyperactive than before. What will the nurse do next? a. Ask the child whether the drug is being taken as prescribed. b. Contact the provider to discuss increasing the dose to 30 mg/day. c. Recommend taking the drug with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects. d. Report signs of drug toxicity to the patient's provider.
Which manifestation would the nurse most clearly associate with a tumor of the hypothalamus?
A. Mood swings B. Unstable body temperature C. Irregular respirations D. Increased heart rate
A nurse is caring for a hemodialysis client. The nurse knows that which of the following nutrients will likely need to be increased due to treatment?
A) Phosphorus B) Potassium C) Protein D) Sodium