An 80-year-old client with gallbladder disease has had a cholecystectomy. Which of the following factors would influence this client's susceptibility to produce an infection?
A)
Dry skin
B)
Intact mucous membranes
C)
Susceptibility of the client
D)
Active bowel sounds
C
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1. Record the parents' insurance information. 2. Assess airway, breathing, and circulation. 3. Ask the parents about organ donation. 4. Ask the parents if anyone witnessed the accident.
The nurse administers psyllium (Metamucil) to a patient who has requested a laxative. The nurse should monitor the patient for ____________ and provide ______________ to minimize the ef-fects and risks
a. nausea and vomiting; an antiemetic b. abdominal cramps; a K-pad (warming pad) c. esophageal obstruction; 8 ounces of water d. watery stools; 30 mL of water
Power that comes from one's knowledge and competence is:
A. Coercive B. Reward C. Expert D. Referent
A client who has just undergone surgery suddenly experiences chest pain, dyspnea, and tachypnea. The nurse suspects that the client has a pulmonary embolism and immediately sets about to take which action?
A. Preparing the client for a perfusion scan B. Attaching the client to a cardiac monitor C. Administering oxygen by way of nasal cannula D. Ensuring that the intravenous (IV) line is patent