Which is a serious respiratory virus that strikes from November through April, and causes the death of as many as 20,000 people annually?
A. pneumococcal disease
B. influenza
C. pneumonia
D. respiratory syncytial virus
Answer: B
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Following a spinal cord injury a patient is placed in halo traction. While performing pin site care, the nurse notes that one of the traction pins has become detached. The nurse would be correct in implementing what priority nursing action?
A) Complete the pin site care to decrease risk of infection B) Notify the neurosurgeon of the occurrence C) Stabilize the head in a lateral position D) Reattach the pin to prevent further head trauma
A gerontology nurse is speaking to adults in a senior center about healthy sleep patterns. Which sleep pattern does the nurse describe as normal for this age group?
A) Taking a shorter time to fall asleep B) Having longer sleep cycles C) Taking more naps D) Spending more time in REM sleep
Following a cesarean birth, a patient is prescribed to receive intravenous fluids. At which time should the nurse anticipate that this patient will be able to resume an oral intake?
A) 24 hours postprocedure B) 48 hours postprocedure C) When bladder tone returns D) When bowel sounds return
A 35-year-old female patient is recovering from a parathyroidectomy. What should the nurse include when teaching health promotion activities to this patient?
1. Drink one glass of red wine per day. 2. Avoid the sun. 3. Milk and milk-based products will ensure an adequate calcium intake. 4. Red meat is the protein source of choice.