The client is at 42 weeks' gestation. Which order should the nurse question?
1. Obtain biophysical profile today.
2. Begin nonstress test now.
3. Schedule labor induction for tomorrow.
4. Have the client return to the clinic in 1 week.
4
Explanation: 4. Many practitioners use twice-weekly testing providing the amniotic fluid level is normal. One week is too long a period between assessments.
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Which technique did the nurse use to make this decision? A) Delegating a task B) Priority-setting C) Conflict resolution D) Critical thinking
A middle-aged female patient has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and admitted to the hospital for treatment. When providing care for this patient, the nurse should prioritize:
A) Vigilant monitoring of intake and output B) Teaching the patient about the pathophysiology of the disease C) Performing constant blood sugar monitoring D) Providing a calm, low-stimulation environment
A client admitted to the nursing unit for treatment of his heart failure has a history of alcohol abuse. The nurse should:
a. collaborate with the health care provider for a prescription for scheduled doses of chlordiazepoxide. b. closely monitor the client for delirium tremors common within the first 24 hours after hospital admission. c. be sure all side rails are in the up position and that the client is properly restrained. d. have members of the client's family take turns staying at the bedside, so the client is never left alone.
The most common cause of angina is:
1. Vasospasm of the coronary arteries 2. Atherosclerosis 3. Platelet aggregation 4. Low systemic oxygen