An emergency department (ED) nurse has administered an ordered bolus of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) to a male patient who was diagnosed with stroke
During the administration of tPA, the nurse should prioritize assessments related to what problem?
A) Fluid overload
B) Peripheral edema
C) Hemorrhage
D) Acute pain
C
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What information from the parents would indicate that they did not understand the discharge teaching? (Select all that apply.) A. "A friend bought an air purifier that prevents SIDS." B. "He can have a pacifier when he takes a nap." C. "Our bed is big enough for all three of us." D. "The crib is soft with lots of snuggly blankets." E. "We won't let the grandparents smoke in our house."
Which of the following guidelines describes methods that should be used to present research findings? (Select all that apply.) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Information in a table does not need to be discussed in the narrative of the report. 2. Table titles should be clear, concise and contain the variables that are presented. 3. If data are not available for a section of a table, the space should display a dash (-). 4.
The nurse is using the HOPE tool when assessing a patient's spiritual needs. In which order should the nurse ask the patient the following questions?
1. Identify sources of strength 2. What specific actions conducted? 3. Does religion influence health care? 4. What is the role of religion in your life?
A 58-year-old patient has been receiving leuprolide as treatment for prostate cancer. The clinician should instruct the patient about which of these side effects of the medication?
a. Risk of osteoporosis c. May have impotence b. May have hot flushes d. All of the above