The nurse is caring for a patient requiring a mechanical ventilator. When checking the inline thermometer, the nurse finds what temperature acceptable?
a. 78°F
b. 96°F
c. 105°F
d. 84°F
B
A temperature of 78°F would be too cold and could result in hypothermia. The temperature should be near body temperature, so 96°F would be acceptable. A temperature of 105°F is too high and could cause damage to the respiratory tract. A temperature of 84°F is too cold and could result in hypothermia.
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A) The use of albumin as an energy source by the body because of the need for increased adenosine triphosphate (ATP) B) The loss of fluids due to decreased skin integrity and decreased stomach acids due to increased parasympathetic activity C) The release of catecholamines that creates an increase in metabolic rate and caloric requirements D) The increase in GI peristalsis during shock and the resulting diarrhea
An older adult has encouraged her husband to visit their primary care provider, stating that she is concerned that he may have Parkinson's disease
Which of the wife's descriptions of her husband's health and function is most suggestive of Parkinson's disease? A) "Lately he seems to move far more slowly than he ever has in the past." B) "He often complains that his joints are terribly stiff when he wakes up in the morning." C) "He's forgotten the names of some people that we've known for years." D) "He's losing weight even though he has a ravenous appetite."
One important advantage of the evolution of nursing informatics is that
a. it allows any RN to become a certified informatics nurse. b. informatics nurses are best able to design systems with the needs and skills of nurses who use them. c. informatics nurses will reduce the need for direct caregivers to document care. d. benefits of informatics advancements include improved patient safety and increased variability of care.
Which problem is a common side effect of most drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease?
a. Asthma b. Hypotension c. Constipation d. Weight gain