A 14-year-old boy was brought to the emergency department (ED) after taking a line drive to the right kidney during a baseball game. Assessment reveals microscopic hematuria and normal renal blood flow
As a result, a diagnosis of kidney contusion is made. The ED nurse anticipates that the boy will require what course of treatment?
A) Hemodialysis for 6 to 8 weeks
B) Bed rest and close observation
C) IV antibiotics
D) Phlebotomy
B
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a. Try diversion to take the client's mind off the pain. b. Ask the client to ambulate around the unit. c. Assess the client's pain according to PQRST. d. Call the physician to request an order to increase the basal dose.
An adolescent patient is preparing to take a summer job as a landscaper and asks the nurse about insect repellants and sunscreens. Which statement by the nurse is correct?
a. Apply sunscreen prior to applying insect repellants containing DEET. b. Apply sunscreen containing PABA 30 minutes prior to sun exposure. c. Most sunscreens block both UVB and UVA radiation. d. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours if sweating occurs.
A patient who has been diagnosed with breast cancer decides on a treatment plan and feels positive about her prognosis. Assuming the cancer diagnosis represents a crisis, this patient is most likely experiencing which phase of crisis?
a. Precrisis b. Impact c. Crisis d. Adaptive
Which statement(s) made by a patient on a corticosteroid medication show(s) a need for further education?
a. "I should increase my potassium intake." b. "I may have to decrease my fluid intake." c. "I will avoid weight-bearing measures." d. "I will change position frequently."