Test Result: High pH (>8.0)
What will be an ideal response?
Diet: Rich in vegetables, dairy products
Disease: Severe anemia
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The nurse is providing preoperative teaching to a client for whom a cesarean birth under general anesthesia is scheduled for the next day. Which statement by the client indicates that she requires additional information?
1. "General anesthesia can be accomplished with inhaled gases." 2. "General anesthesia usually involves administering medication into my IV." 3. "General anesthesia will provide good pain relief after the birth." 4. "General anesthesia takes effect faster than an epidural."
A patient who is a candidate for an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy has:
a. been NPO for 8 hours. b. evident respiratory distress. c. active gastrointestinal bleeding. d. an esophageal diverticulum.
When caring for an elderly client, the nurse observes that the client is quiet and does not have any visitors. Which action helps develop therapeutic communication between the nurse and the client?
A) Having the client discuss concerns with other clients B) Helping the client to resolve feelings and speak up C) Talking with the client using direct questions D) Asking the client's family to participate in client care
A nurse is caring for a client that was exposed to radiation. The client asks the nurse what factors increase the amount of radiation that a person is exposed to. What should the nurse include in responding to the client's question?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. The amount of exposure B. The long-lasting effects C. The amount of cellular death D. The gender of the client exposed E. The amount of naloxone (Narcan) ingested after exposure