The nurse recognizes that there may be a genetic tendency toward alcoholism because sons of alcoholic fathers have what percentage risk of developing alcoholism?
a. 5% to 10%
b. 15% to 20%
c. 30% to 50%
d. 25% to 30%
C
The risk of sons of alcoholic fathers developing alcoholism is 30% to 50%.
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A nurse is caring for an older adult who has metabolic syndrome. The nurse knows that the fol-lowing conditions are common in persons with metabolic syndrome: (Select all that apply.)
a. Glucose levels that are higher than normal b. Increased waist circumference c. Blood pressure that is lower than normal d. Increased blood cholesterol levels e. Decreased triglyceride levels
A nurse is performing triage in the emergency department. Which is part of a primary assessment in an emergency setting?
a. Determine the level of consciousness. b. Obtain a health history. c. Obtain a full set of vital signs. d. Evaluate for pain.
The nurse is admitting a client to the emergency department with complaints of severe abdominal pain. What is the nurse's first action?
1. Administer IV pain medication as ordered. 2. Start an IV line of lactated Ringer's. 3. Assess pain using a scale of 1 to 10. 4. Place a Foley catheter to bedside drainage.
The nurse is preparing to assist with the repair of a laceration on a client with a history of a cardiovascular disorder. Which anesthesia should the nurse anticipate prescribed?
A. Benzocaine B. Lidocaine C. Lidocaine gel D. Lidocaine with epinephrine