A patient is diagnosed with an acute myocardial infarction and ruptured papillary muscle. Which action is the highest priority for the nurse to complete?
1. Obtain an electrocardiogram.
2. Measure the patient's cardiac output.
3. Assess the patient's neurological status.
4. Assess respiratory status.
Answer: 4
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A) It decomposes easily with other biodegradable items. B) Its snug-fitting wristbands avoid contaminating the forearms. C) Its loose-fitting waist straps avoid contaminating the waist. D) It is durable enough to be used for the duration of the nurse's shift.
A state health investigator surveyed the residents of a retirement housing complex to determine how their financial resources affected their lives and influenced their choices
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Traditionally, nurses have been involved with tertiary prevention with their cancer patients. However, emphasis is also placed on both primary and secondary prevention. What would be an example of primary prevention?
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A 23-year-old female complains of a white-yellow vaginal discharge with a fishy odor for the last 2 days. A wet prep shows characteristic clue cells (epithelial cells embedded with bacteria). These findings are indicative of:
A. Chlamydia infection B. Bacterial vaginosis C. Vaginal candida D. Gonorrhea