The nurse clarifies that the individual's pattern of wakefulness and sleeping is referred to as the ___________________ rhythm
Fill in the blank with correct word.
ANS:
Circadian or diurnal
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a. Cholesterol <200 b. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) >100 c. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) >40 (men), >50 (women) d. Hb A1C value of ?6.5% e. Triglycerides <150
You are orienting a new nurse to the oncology unit where you work. As you prepare to administer an antineoplastic agent to a one of your patients, what should you teach the new nurse about antineoplastic agents?
A) Administer only prepackaged agents from the manufacturer B) Wash hands and arms following administration C) Use gloves and a lab coat D) Dispose of the antineoplastic wastes in the hazardous waste receptacle
The nurse, using the RYB wound classification system, would document that a client has a black wound when the wound:
a. is a traumatic wound soiled with dirt and grime. b. contains necrotic tissue. c. is in the proliferative phase of wound repair. d. is infected with purulent exudates.
A frail older client is being driven to the grocery store. Which aspect of safety prevention is most important for the nurse to stress to this client?
a. Tell the client to change positions slowly. b. Move the client's seat at least 10 inches from the air bag. c. Tell the client to ride in the motorized grocery cart. d. Explain how good the sunshine is for the client.