The nurse recognizes that children living in older housing that may contain lead-based paints may exhibit which of the following signs and symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
1. Vomiting
2. Anorexia
3. Headaches
4. Bloody urine
5. Thoracic rash
6. Swollen joints
ANS: 1, 2, 3
Signs and symptoms of lead poisoning typically include impaired hearing, vomiting, headaches, appetite loss, and learning and behavioral problems. The remaining options are not typically seen with this condition.
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A) Increased risk of pregnancy B) Increased blood pressure C) Increased risk of thromboembolism D) Increased gastric acid
The nurse assessing the results of a Rinne test sees BC >AC. The nurse translates this to mean that the patient has:
1. conductive hearing loss. 2. sensorineural hearing loss. 3. normal hearing. 4. a cochlear defect.
A patient admitted to the hospital for major surgery is at risk for what type of sensory alteration?
A) sensory deprivation C) sensory overload B) sensory deficits D) sensory stimulation
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