An ICU patient has been receiving sodium nitroprusside for 3 days. The nurse will need to monitor the patient for:
a. hyperkalemia.
b. hyperglycemia.
c. metabolic alkalosis.
d. thiocyanate toxicity.
d
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A) The patient will demonstrate independent health maintenance. B) The patient will interact therapeutically with peers. C) The patient will participate in activities of daily living. D) The patient will remain safe.
The nurse is conducting preoperative assessments. Which client does the nurse teach about the possibility of developing a venous thromboembolism (VTE)?
a. Client with a latex allergy b. Client with body mass index (BMI) of 19 c. Client with an international normalized ratio (INR) of 2.2 d. Client undergoing hip replacement surgery
What is Baby Johnston's Apgar? Heart rate 80, respirations weak cry, muscle tone flaccid, reflexes no crying, color blue:
A) 1. B) 2. C) 3. D) 4.
The nurse is providing care to a client with chronic illness. Which of the following characteristics would the nurse document to note the fact the patient's family exhibited signs of healthy family functioning?
A) Communication between members is open, direct, and honest. B) Family rules are known only by the parent, so they can show the children who is boss. C) The family meets most of its socialization and basic needs within the family and does not require assistance from community resources. D) Family members belong to lots of clubs, participate in numerous church activities, and spend most of their spare time participating in community activities.