An older female patient has an exaggerated curvature of the thoracic spine when bending at the waist. With which alteration does the nurse recognize this finding to be consistent?
A. Lordosis, which is common in elderly patients
B. Kyphosis, which the patient will have to have surgically corrected
C. Kyphosis, which is a common curvature in older patients
D. Scoliosis, which is a normal curvature in the elderly
Answer: C
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a. baked potatoes and rice b. milk and cheese c. fish and red meat d. apples and broccoli
The nurse is caring for a child with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) disorder. Which interventions should the nurse implement for this child? Select all that apply
1. Encouragement of fluids 2. Strict intake and output 3. Administration of ordered diuretics 4. Specific gravity of urine 5. Weight on admission, but not daily
In order to comply with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' most current health care goals as stated in Healthy People 2020, what should the nurse do?
1. Plan a depression screening for senior citizens who regularly have lunch at the senior center. 2. Attend an educational in-service on the use of a new automated blood pressure monitor. 3. Advocate for psychiatric health care for those with no private insurance coverage. 4. Organize a park "cleanup day" to assure that the community's children have a safe place to play. 5. Counsel older clients regarding programs available to assist them to live in their homes independently.
A 2-week-old infant with Developmental Dislocated Hips (DDH) is currently being treated in a Pavlick harness. The mom calls and is concerned that the child is not kicking like before and seems to be in pain. She has a history of colic
Although the harness seemed to fit well in clinic last week, you are concerned. Therefore, the proper statement to the mother would be: 1. "Try some Tylenol and call her pediatrician.". 2. "Remove the harness and we will see you in clinic ASAP.". 3. "Go to the nearest emergency department to have the child seen.". 4. "Remove the harness and call for an appointment in three months.".