What assessment data would indicate the onset of thrombotic complication?
A. Frothy pink sputum
B. Chest pain and dyspnea
C. Wheezing and stridor
D. Sudden high fever
Answer: B. Chest pain and dyspnea
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A) Primary B) Secondary C) Tertiary D) Somatic
When conducting an initial assessment on a 65-year-old male patient, the nurse assesses a mass in the left testicle that on transillumination glows red. The nurse notes the presence of:
1. phimosis. 2. a hydrocele. 3. smegma. 4. a hematocele.
When communicating with a client, which of the following would a nurse use to convey positive body language?
A) Sitting erect with back against the chair B) Crossing the arms over the chest C) Sitting at the client's eye level D) Keeping the feet flat on the floor with the legs crossed
If side rails are ordered for a patient, they should be
A. used as the point of attachment for restraints. B. attached securely before you leave the room. C. raised before your gloves are removed. D. used to secure the catheter bag to the bed.