A client with an allergic disorder has received the first sensitizing dose. Now the client is given a second dose of a new drug. Which of the following nursing actions is most important at this stage of transition?
A) Assess the client for reduced urine output.
B) Monitor the client for reactions.
C) Assess the client for reduced appetite.
D) Monitor the client for increased heart rate.
B
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The nursing instructor is discussing the difference between normal cells and cancer cells with the prenursing class in pathophysiology. What would the instructor cite as a characteristic of a cancer cell?
A) Malignant cells contain more fibronectin. B) The cell membrane of malignant cells also contains proteins called tumor-specific antigens. C) Chromosomes are commonly found to be strong. D) Nuclei of cancer cells are large and regularly shaped.
A nurse's role includes performing ___________________ to assess a patient's risk status for malnutrition, assessing and assisting an adult patient with feeding, and identifying patients at risk for aspiration during oral feeding
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Which of the following neurotransmitters is released by the adrenal medulla during the fight or flight reaction?
A. Dopamine B. Acetylcholine C. Adrenaline D. Serotonin
Which statements are true regarding Standard Precautions? (Select all that apply.)
a. Always wear a gown when performing hygiene on clients. b. Sneeze into your sleeve or into a tissue that you throw away. c. Remain 3 feet away from any client who has an infection. d. Use personal protective equipment as needed for client care. e. Wear gloves when touching client excretions or secretions.