When assessing a neonate, the pediatric nurse should alert the head nurse or physician about which assessment finding?
a. Crossed eyes
b. A tuft of hair on the sacrum
c. Purposeless movement of the arms
d. Blue tint to the soles of the feet
B
The tuft of hair along the spine is an indicator for spina bifida occulta. All other options are normal in the newborn.
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a. focus on details of data collection. b. collect biographical data first before asking more personal information. c. establish the goals for the interaction. d. allow validation of perceptions with the client.
Which are risk factors for an individual to develop GERD? (select all that apply)
a. Being underweight b. Being pregnant c. Taking NSAID drugs d. Eating foods high in alkaline content e. Drinking caffeinated beverages f. Eating spicy foods g. Drinking 2 L of water daily.
How would you classify Mrs Edwards' wound?
Mrs Edwards is a 58-year-old mother of three children who is being admitted on the morning of surgery for a vaginal hysterectomy with a diagnosis of benign myoma of the uterus. Mrs Edwards underwent a bilateral total hip replacement for osteoarthritis 2 years ago. What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.