While preparing for a paracentesis, which of the following positions should a nurse assist the patient to assume?
1. Prone
2. Side lying with knees flexed
3. Side lying with knees extended
4. Semi-Fowler
ANS: 4
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In what condition should the nurse be alert for altered fluid requirements in children? (Select all that apply.)
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Which of the following assessment findings would indicate to the nurse that the patient has an altered blood supply to the right coronary artery affecting the posterior wall of the myocardium?
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