Where should the nurse palpate to assess the lateral nodes?
A) Anterior axillary fold
B) Posterior axillary fold
C) Supraclavicular area
D) Inner aspect of upper arm
D
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A 4-year-old child is several days postoperative after a resection of a brain tumor. The nurse finds the child irritable and lethargic, and notes that she has vomited. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering?
A. Dexamethasone (Decadron) B. Fosphenytoin (Cerebyx) C. Odansetron (Zofran) D. Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Which statement is true about joints in older adults?
a. Osteoarthritis is an inflammatory joint disorder. b. Surgical joint replacement can cure osteoarthritis. c. Joint damage in osteoarthritis is reversed with medication. d. Very old patients should avoid joint replacement surgery.
The nurse caring for a patient diagnosed with Parkinson's disease has prepared a plan of care that would include what goal?
A) Promoting effective communication B) Controlling diarrhea C) Preventing cognitive decline D) Managing choreiform movements
The patient tells the nurse that she awakens frequently during the night because of leg and foot cramps. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Ask your physician for a muscle relaxant." 2. "Increase your intake of vitamin B6." 3. "Take a warm bath before going to bed." 4. "Apply heat to relieve the cramping."