While caring for a patient with metastatic bone cancer, which clinical manifestations would alert the nurse to the possibility of hypercalcemia in this patient?
A. Weakness
B. Paresthesia
C. Facial spasms
D. Muscle tremors
Ans: A. Weakness
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When admitting a critically ill patient with anemia, then nurse will most probably assess the patient for
A) tachycardia and tachypnea. B) joint pain and muscle spasms. C) chronic, persistent cough and hemoptysis. D) hemiparesis and vertigo.
The determination of a nursing care model or system of care delivery depends on (select all that apply):
a. patient care processes. b. health care provider roles. c. government reimbursement. d. the organization's philosophy. e. the identification of organizational struc-tures.
When treating a client for anorexia nervosa (AN), it is important to know what diet interventions work best. Which diet interventions are appropriate for clients with anorexia nervosa? Select all that apply
A) Increasing sodium intake to promote normal fluid balance B) Providing small, frequent feedings to maximize intake C) Emphasizing foods that are served cold or at room temperature D) Emphasizing foods that are served hot E) Avoiding caffeine
The nurse is preparing the medications for a client who is in the early stages of Parkinson's disease. Which of the following is the medication of choice to help reduce the tremors and rigidity of Parkinson's syndrome?
A) Antihypertensives B) NSAIDs C) Diazepam D) Levodopa