A client who has awakened from a coma after a car accident states he knew about a news story reported during the time he was in the coma. The is an example of the
A) Reticular-activating system's stimulation
B) Sleep-latency phase of sleep-wake cycle
C) Circadian rhythm for 24 hours
D) Sensory perception in a conscious process
Ans: A
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Select all that apply. 1. Administer belladonna and opium (B&O) suppositories as prescribed. 2. Check to see if the urinary catheter is draining. 3. Ask the patient if he feels the need to have a bowel movement. 4. Increase the rate of flow of urinary catheter irrigation solution. 5. Assess the patient's temperature.
A preterm infant is being discharged from the hospital. Which immunization should the nurse prepare to administer to protect the infant from the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
a. Pavilizumab (Synagis) b. Ribaviran (Virazole) c. Hemophilus influenza type B (HIB) d. Pneumococcal (Prevnar)
In the introduction to a study, the researcher explains why self-esteem is expected to affect obesity. The explanation of this relationship represents which aspect of the study?
a. Concept b. Construct c. Framework d. Theory
In learning about Duvall's life-cycle stages ascribed to traditional families, the nursing student recognizes that developmental tasks of each stage include: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Adjusting to new roles as mother and father. 2. Working out authority and socialization roles with the school. 3. Becoming a single parent with custodial responsibilities. 4. Becoming a couple and dating. 5. Adjusting to the loss of a spouse.