While assessing the feet of a 72-year-old male patient with diabetes, the nurse noted that there were no cuts, cracks, or blisters
The patient stated, "I don't have as much feeling in my feet as I used to." The nurse correctly understands that the patient is most likely suffering from
1. Paresthesia.
2. Infection.
3. Lentigines.
4. Necrosis.
ANS: 1
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A patient is recovering in the CCU following off-pump coronary artery bypass graft (OPCABG) surgery involving the internal mammary artery graft. What nursing intervention is most important for the first 48 hours following surgery for this patient?
A) Administration of anticoagulant therapy B) Administration of calcium channel blockers C) Monitoring of fluid status D) Assessment for hematoma
A client recently had a total laryngectomy and plans to use an artificial larynx for speech. The common problem the nurse would address regarding the artificial larynx is that
a. it is a device that is difficult to use. b. it has a masculine-sounding voice quality. c. it has a monotone speech quality. d. it causes neck discomfort.
Parents inquire about the correct placement of a car seat for their 15-month-old toddler who weighs 22 pounds. The nurse explains that the child should:
a. Be placed sitting forward in a safety seat b. Be placed in a booster seat c. Be placed in a car seat if sitting in the front seat d. Always ride in a seat equipped with an airbag
Which of the following is not included in the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990?
a. The right to refuse to undergo medical treatment. b. The right to be arbitrarily arrested or detained. c. The right to natural justice. d. The right to manifest religion and belief.