In a client with glomerulonephritis, the nurse would assess for the cardinal manifestation of
a. edema.
b. fever.
c. hypertension.
d. pyuria.
C
The cardinal manifestation of glomerulonephritis is hypertension.
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While teaching a group of older adults about home safety the nurse is asked why water temperature should be checked before a bath or shower. What should the nurse respond to this question?
1. Due to failing eyesight, the older client does not see steam as easily. 2. Hot water will result in urinary incontinence. 3. The skin of the older adult is more fragile and can burn more easily than that of a younger person. 4. Cold water contributes to frostbite in the older adult.
A client at 16 weeks' gestation has a history of type 1 diabetes. The nurse realizes the fetus is at risk for developing which of the following?
1. Malnutrition 2. Premature birth 3. Decreased placental perfusion 4. Respiratory distress syndrome
An LPN/LVN demonstrates to a new mother how to safely bathe her infant. This is an example of the phase of the nursing process called
a. assessment. b. nursing diagnosis. c. planning. d. implementation.
MC Increasing rehabilitative services in a community where population majority is older than 65 involves
A. Primary prevention level. B. Disease prevention level. C. Secondary prevention level. D. Tertiary prevention level.