The nurse is focusing an interview on a patient's respiratory status. Which question would be the best to begin this interview?
A) "Do you have a cough?"
B) "Do you have sputum production?"
C) "Describe your breathing."
D) "Do you have pain when you breathe?"
C
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A 75-year-old is a new attendee at strength training class. Which of the following schedules is most appropriate for this client?
A) Eight repetitions for each muscle group at least twice weekly on the weight machines. B) Eight repetitions of both push-ups and pull-ups at least twice weekly. C) Twelve repetitions with low-weight free weights at least twice weekly. D) Strength training once a week, and resistance and isometric training twice weekly.
The nurse is evaluating arterial blood gas results. What condition can cause an increase in HCO3?
a. Renal failure b. Lactic acidosis c. Diabetic ketoacidosis d. Fluid loss from upper gastrointestinal tract
You are caring for a 35-year-old female who is recovering from a mild heart attack. She is understandably also experiencing stress and anxiety. An appropriate nursing intervention for her is:
A) Administer albuterol to help her breathing B) Answer questions with short, simple answers C) Provide detailed answers to help alleviate her stress D) Allow no visitors until her medications take effect
Before starting chest compressions in an adult, how long should you check for a pulse?
a. 5 seconds b. Not more than 10 seconds c. 15 seconds d. Not more than 1 minute