When caring for a pregnant woman with cardiac problems, the nurse must be alert for signs and symptoms of cardiac decompensation (congestive heart failure), which include
A) regular heart rate, hypertension.
B) increased urinary output, tachycardia, dry cough.
C) shortness of breath, bradycardia, hypertension.
D) dyspnea, crackles, irregular weak pulse.
D
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a. Oranges and potatoes b. Potatoes and rice c. Rice and macaroni d. Peas and dry beans
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" Which nursing intervention would be least likely to enhance the establishment of trust with the child? A) Being consistent and following through on commitments B) Praising appropriate, prosocial behaviors C) Setting clear, simple expectations and implementing consistent limit setting D) Using close, interpersonal contact and touch
The term residuals in regression refers to:
a. Standard errors of estimate b. Predicted values c. Errors of prediction d. The term ?(Y – Y')2
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a. cardiac output has fallen below normal levels. b. the myocardial oxygen supply has fallen below demand. c. myocardial stretch has exceeded the upper limits. d. the vagus nerve is stimulated.