These statements are about the call system. Which is correct?
a. The call light must be within the person's reach when the person is ambulating.
b. When the person signals for help, a signal is sent to the patient's family.
c. When the person signals for help, a light goes on above the room door.
d. Bathrooms do not have call lights. There-fore, you need to stay with the person.
C
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A) Asking parents to leave during painful procedures for the child B) Assuming that the child's illness is secondary to parental ignorance C) Encourage a family member to be constantly present at the child's side D) Restricting visits by family to ensure that the child can rest
The nurse administers pancuronium to the mechanically ventilated patient in the pediatric intensive care unit. What assessment finding would the nurse suspect is an adverse effect resulting from the drug?
A) Bradycardia B) Bronchospasm C) Should not be used in neonates D) Associated with pulmonary hypertension
Which statement about open-angle glaucoma is TRUE?
a. The gradual rise in intraocular pressure causes rapid loss of vision. b. It is usually unilateral. c. The condition is seldom painful. d. It is the most prevalent form of glaucoma.
The nurse is caring for a young adult patient on the medical-surgical unit. When doing midnight checks, she sees that the patient is awake and is doing a puzzle. What is the best explanation for the patient being awake?
a. The patient was waiting to talk with the nurse. b. The patient misses his family and is lonely. c. The patient's sleep-wake cycle preference is late evening. d. The patient has been kept up with the noise on the unit.