A patient is being administered magnesium sulfate for preterm labor. The patient's serum magnesium level is 11 mg/dL. With what signs and symptoms will the patient present?
A) Labored respirations
B) Muscle rigidity
C) Tachycardia
D) Depressed deep tendon reflexes
D
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The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for an older adult client with cellulitis of the leg
What should the nurse teach the client and family regarding ways to prevent this health problem from occurring in the future? A) "Keep the client off her leg as much as possible." B) "Bring the client to the doctor if there is a fall." C) "Maintain a healthy diet." D) "Do not allow the client to walk without assistance."
What often causes cellulitis?
a. Herpes zoster b. Candida albicans c. Human papillomavirus d. Streptococci or staphylococci
A nursing theory designed to explain or relate concepts in a theory to one another is considered which type or purpose of theory?
A) Factor-isolating theories B) Factor-relating theories C) Situation-relating theories D) Situation-producing theories
Why does cyanosis occur?
A. Necrosis occurs in the skin and mucous membranes due to inadequate blood flow. B. Inadequate oxygenation of the blood causes skin and mucous membranes to become bluish in color. C. Passage of the clot through the bloodstream restricts localized flow of red blood cells. D. None of the above.