When taking vital signs on an infant, taking the rectal temperature first will cause the infant to cry, accelerating pulse and respirations
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A patient is admitted to the orthopedic unit with a fractured femur after a motorcycle accident. The patient has been placed in traction until his femur can be rodded in surgery
For what early complications should the nurse monitor this patient? Select all that apply. A) Systemic infection B) Complex regional pain syndrome C) Deep vein thrombosis D) Compartment syndrome E) Fat embolism
At 16 weeks in a pregnancy, the fundus of the uterus is palpated approximately
a. at the umbilicus. b. just above the symphysis pubis. c. midway between the symphysis pubis and the umbilicus. d. midway between the umbilicus and xiphoid process.
A client wants to know what metabolic syndrome means. What should the nurse explain as the risk factors for this disease process?
a. Obesity and inactivity b. Abdominal fat and hypertension c. Hypertension and lack of exercise d. Diabetes and elevated blood sugar
In assessing the cause of the decreased level of consciousness in a client in a coma, the diagnostic procedure that would provide the most accurate information is
a. computed tomography (CT) scan. b. detailed history of the accident. c. physical examination. d. skull x-ray film.