A patient is on continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring. The nurse notices that the low-rate alarm is sounding frequently. What nursing action takes the highest priority?
A) Assess monitor alarm limits for appropriate setting.
B) Check contact with skin for all electrodes.
C) Assess patient's level of consciousness and vital signs.
D) Check connections between lead wires and electrodes.
C
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a. Is expected. b. May indicate a problem with extraocular muscles. c. May result in problems with tearing. d. Indicates increased intraocular pressure.
A 15-year-old patient suffered a head injury as the result of a bicycle accident. The nurse is concerned about potential fluid complications caused by the injury. What should the nurse mon-itor most closely?
a. Aldosterone release b. Urine output c. Renin release d. Body temperature
The nurse manager in a long-term care facility reviews resident care plans at what interval?
a. Quarterly b. Every 60 days c. Annually d. When changes occur
When the rate of disease, injury, or other condition exceeds the usual level of that condition, it is called:
1. A pandemic 2. Endemic 3. An epidemic 4. Mortality