Which effects on the complete blood count would the nurse expect with long-term glucocorticoid use? You may select more than one answer
a. Decreased hematocrit
b. Increased red blood cells
c. Increased leukocytes
d. Increased monocytes
e. Increased lymphocytes
b, c
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Which of the following are therapeutic interventions for unresolved grief? (Select all that apply.)
a. Listening b. Providing emotional support c. Keeping the griever medicated d. Referring to appropriate resources e. Forcing the client to eat properly f. Telling the client that he or she must learn to cope g. Encouraging return to work as soon as possible
Newborns have certain reflexes. Which reflex guides the baby's mouth to the nipple?
a. The sucking reflex b. The rooting reflex c. The Moro reflex d. The grasp reflex
As part of routine data collection, a nurse is required to observe the characteristics of
urine of his clients. Which statement is true regarding the characteristics of urine? A) Light amber-colored urine is seen in the case of dehydration B) Strong ammonia-like odor is normal in freshly voided urine C) Change in the normal color of urine may be caused by medications D) Orange-brown colored urine is seen in the case of overhydration
The nurse correctly administers a medication by having the patient drink it through a straw if
1. The medication can cause nausea. 2. The medication must be taken in small gulps. 3. The medication can stain teeth. 4. The medication has an unpleasant taste.