When taking vital signs on an infant, take the rectal temperature first
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Which statement is not true about Parkinson's disease (PD)?
a. Drinking small amounts of alcohol can relieve symptoms of essential tremor. b. Motor tremors and slow movement accompany severe cognitive impairment. c. Lewy body dementia is the second most common form of dementia. d. Older adults taking rasagiline (Azilect) must avoid eating things containing tyra-mine.
Which of the following is a nursing responsibility regarding informed consent?
a. Canceling the procedure if the patient has questions b. Explaining the procedure, risks, and treatment alternatives c. Serving as a witness, ensuring that the patient does not feel coerced into a decision d. Ensuring that the physician has completely explained the costs of the procedure
Which of the following medications or solutions may be administered with a blood transfusion?
a. intravenous (IV) antibiotics c. lactated Ringer's solution b. calcium or potassium d. 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline)
A patient has been diagnosed with fallopian tube obstruction and told that her best option for becoming pregnant is with in vitro fertilization. The patient asks the nurse about the procedure. The best explanation by the nurse is:
1. "During the stimulation phase of the procedure, the physician will make sure that only one egg reaches maturation.". 2. "Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis will be performed on your partner's sperm to make sure that the sperm are normal.". 3. "After ovarian stimulation, you will be inseminated with your partner's sperm.". 4. "Any extra embryos will be preserved for you if you wish to conceive again in the future.".