Which assessment finding marks the end of spinal shock?
a. Return of blood pressure and heart rate to normal
b. Gradual return of spinal reflexes
c. Return of bowel and bladder function
d. Evidence of diminished deep tendon reflexes and flaccid paralysis
Answer: b. Gradual return of spinal reflexes
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Is this an ethical situation? 1. Yes, as long as the study does not include physical risk to the participants. 2. Yes, but the study should be reviewed by the dean of the nursing department. 3. No, participation in nursing research must be voluntary. 4. No, true nursing research can only be carried out ethically in a health care environment.
The pediatric nurse explains to student nurses that when a child becomes ill, pediatric nursing care traditionally occurs with a primary health care provider in a:
A) hospital setting. B) medical home. C) private medical office. D) 24-hour observation unit.
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a. Assign the patient to a room near the nurse's station. b. Place the patient in a room nearest to the water fountain. c. Place the patient on telemetry to monitor for peaked T waves. d. Assign the patient to a semi-private room and place an order for a low-salt diet.
Ordered: Methylphenidate HCl tablets 10,000 mcg with breakfast and lunch, for a patient with narcolepsy. Available:
a. Estimate: b. DA verification: c. Evaluation: