A patient has developed multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). The nurse would monitor for development of which classic coagulation system findings?
1. Large pulmonary emboli
2. Deep vein thrombosis
3. Clots in microcirculation
4. Clot occlusion of coronary arteries
Answer: 3
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The nurse is caring for a client hospitalized with a severe exacerbation of myasthenia gravis. When administering medications to this client, what is a priority nursing action?
A) Assess client's reaction to new medication schedule. B) Administer medications at exact intervals ordered. C) Document medication given and dose. D) Give client plenty of fluids with medications.
The nurse determines that an older client is at risk for periodontal disease. Which client is at greatest risk of periodontal disease?
1. The client who takes a daily gummy multivitamin. 2. The client whose spouse reports that the client snores at night. 3. The client who smokes two packs of cigarettes per day and has diabetes. 4. The client whose parent required dentures in middle age due to excess caries.
When does disaster management begin?
a. Before the disaster occurs b. During the disaster c. Immediately following the disaster d. During the recovery period
The nurse is preparing to give sublingual nitroglycerin to a patient complaining of chest pain. The nurse instructs the patient not to swallow the medication. Why is this instruction important?
a. The effects of the medication will be nullified if swallowed. b. Sublingual drugs begin to dissolve when placed on the tongue. c. The medication needs to be held against the cheek membranes until dissolved. d. The patient may aspirate on the water used for these medications.