Based on his laboratory values, identify two additional problems for which H.J. is at risk
What will be an ideal response?
H.J. is at risk for bleeding because of the low platelet count, inadequate oxygenation because of the
low Hgb level, and liver failure because of elevated liver enzymes and presence of metastatic disease.
He is at risk for infection because of the nature of NHL and neutropenia secondary to chemotherapy.
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a. polyarthritis c. mitral valve prolapse b. fever d. petichial rash
A woman who is 36 weeks pregnant tells the clinic nurse that she is considering taking ibuprofen for her back pain and muscle cramps. The nurse's best response is:
a. "That is a good choice for pain relief." b. "Taking that mediation could cause your baby to experience distress because of premature changes in its cardiovascular system." c. "Instead of using ibuprofen, you should take aspirin for the pain." d. "Any of the over-the-counter pain relievers would be fine."
Which statement about quality of life during emergencies is correct?
a. The person is protected from unnecessary exposure. b. The right to personal choice is left up to the family. c. Onlookers have the right to know what happened. d. Personal items may be discarded during an emergency.
When parents are approached about their child becoming an organ donor, it is important for whom to approach the parents?
1. Anyone can approach the parents and ask for them to donate their child's organs. 2. Only physicians can approach the parents and ask for them to donate their child's organs. 3. No one should approach the parents. If they what to donate their child's organs, they will ask the staff. 4. Only staff trained in approaching should approach the parents and ask for them to donate their child's organs.