Which of the following was the principal intervention in "twilight sleep"?
A) Local administration of diethyl ether
B) Antiseptic prevention of childbed fever
C) Injection of scopolamine and morphine
D) Self-hypnosis to tune out distractions
C
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How much of the basal oxygen consumption is required by the pulmonary system during normal quiet breathing?
a. 10% to 20% c. 3% to 5% b. 5% to 10% d. 1% to 2%
The nurse would encourage the client who is attempting to lose weight to reduce the intake of
a. broccoli. b. cheese. c. chicken. d. oranges.
Which of the following statements are correct regarding men in nursing? Select all that apply
a. Men make up a growing percentage of registered nurses. b. Men in nursing are more likely to obtain a lower initial nursing degree than women. c. A greater proportion of male nurses work in the hospital. d. Male nurses are higher in number in the higher paying jobs such as nurse anesthetists. e. Men in nursing are more likely to obtain a higher final nursing degree.
A patient with active tuberculosis who has been taking isoniazid (INH, Nydrazid) and rifampin (RIF, Rifadin) reports having urine that is an orange color. What is the nurse's best action?
a. Obtain a specimen for culture and test the urine for occult blood. b. Reassure the patient that this is a normal drug side effect. c. Hold the dose and contact the prescriber. d. Document the report as the only action.