The nurse identifies that a client is having occasional premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) on the cardiac monitor
The nurse reviews the client's laboratory results and determines that which of the following results would be consistent with the observation? 1. Serum sodium level of 150 mEq/L
2. Serum chloride level of 95 mEq/L
3. Serum calcium level of 11.5 mg/dL
4. Serum potassium level of 2.8 mEq/L
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Rationale: The nurse assesses the client's serum laboratory study results for hypokalemia. The client may experience PVCs in the presence of hypokalemia, because this electrolyte imbalance increases the electrical instability of the heart. The electrolyte imbalances mentioned in the other options do not have this effect.
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Which statements would the nurse manager interpret as indicating a nurse understands the critical thinking skills necessary for disaster management? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "It is just like critical thinking in the emergency department or critical care unit, only done faster." 2. "The nurse's prioritization will be different in a disaster." 3. "Clinical judgment skills will be an essential part of nursing's contribution to disaster management." 4. "Decision making will basically be done by following established protocols." 5. "The nurse's abilities will make the difference in successful management of a disaster."
The nurse documents a flat affect when the patient:
a. stomps on and flattens the envelope from the IRS announcing his audit. b. goes to bed after his dog was run over. c. laughs vigorously when his physician trips and falls. d. receives the news of his mother's death without response.
The nurse is providing care to a client who has a short arm cast. Which areas does the nurse assess to determine if irritation is occurring?
Select all that apply. 1. Radial styloid process 2. Ulnar styloid process 3. Joint at base of thumb 4. Olecranon 5. Lateral epicondyle
In designing a program for young adults regarding safe sexual practices, which of the following might reach the greatest number in your target group?
a. Web-based applications b. Print-based media such as newspapers c. Television advertisements d. Brochures in kiosks in malls