The MOST common reasons for ineffective bag-mask ventilations in the newborn are:
A) equipment malfunction and a ventilation rate that is too rapid.
B) inadequate mask-to-face seal and incorrect head position.
C) hyperflexion of the newborn's head and thick mucous plugs.
D) pneumothorax and a face mask that is too large for the infant.
Answer: B) inadequate mask-to-face seal and incorrect head position.
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The nurse takes into consideration that carbon monoxide intoxication secondary to smoke inhalation is often fatal because carbon monoxide:
a. binds with hemoglobin in place of oxygen. b. interferes with oxygen intake. c. is a respiratory depressant. d. is a toxic agent.
Media can impact the public's perception of nurses. Several strategies have been developed to help enhance and promote the image of the nursing profession. Which of the following is not one of these strategies?
a. writing opinion editorial pieces in local newspapers b. encouraging television spots promoting the nursing image c. writing letters to the editor promoting the image of nursing in local and state papers d. being on the American Idol television show
An older patient asks a nurse, "I really have trouble sleeping and my doctor does not want to prescribe a sleeping pill for me. He says they are not good for older people. I really don't under-stand his response. Can you help me?"
The best response by the nurse is: a. "Sleeping medications have many adverse effects in older people and only have minimal effects in improving sleep." b. "Prescription sleeping medications have many adverse effects in older people. Why don't you try using an over-the-counter medication?" c. "Sleeping medications do not provide any improvement in sleep for older people." d. "Sleep problems are common in older peo-ple. There really is nothing that you can do to help with that."
A client who has Alzheimer's disease is being discharged home. What safety instructions does the nurse include in the teaching plan for the client's caregiver?
a. "Keep exercise to a minimum." b. "Place a padded throw rug at the bedside." c. "Install deadbolt locks on all outside doors." d. "Keep the lights off in the bedroom at night."