A client is having chest pain. To distinguish between an acute myocardial infarction (MI) and angina that may be due to other causes,
which of the following diagnostic tests would the nurse expect to be ordered for this client? (Select all that apply).
a. troponin I d. CD4
b. CPK e. cholesterol
c. CA 125 f. troponin T cardiac-specific
A, B, F
CPK, troponin I, and troponin T cardiac-specific would be ordered to distinguish between an acute myocardial infarction (MI) and angina that may be due to other causes.
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A woman complains of burning on urination and increased frequency. The patient has a history of frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and is going out of town in 2 days
To treat the infec-tion quickly, the nurse would expect the healthcare provider to order: a. aztreonam [Azactam]. b. fosfomycin [Monurol]. c. trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole [Bactrim]. d. vancomycin [Vancocin].
How has the present legal environment affected the frequency with which nurses are named in suits for malpractice?
1. Frequency is greater than 15 years ago. 2. Frequency is less than 15 years ago, except in obstetrical nursing. 3. Frequency is about the same as 15 years ago. 4. Frequency is greater than 15 years ago, but only in obstetrical nursing.