During the assessment of a client with mood disorder, the nurse observes that the client experiences hallucinations and delusions. Which of the following forms of depressive disorders does the client experience?
A) Reactive depression C) Psychotic depression
B) Mania D) Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
C
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What would the nurse include when instructing parents about positioning their toddler who has just had a body spica cast applied?
a. Prop the child upright with pillows for meals. b. Use the bar between the legs to turn the child. c. Put the child on her abdomen to sleep. d. Change the child's position frequently.
You are caring for a patient who has a bone scan scheduled. What would the nurse teach the patient about the test?
A) The test is brief and requires that you drink an IV contrast solution B) You will not be allowed fluid for 2 hours before and 3 hours after the test C) Fluids will be encouraged after the administration of the radioisotope injection D) There are no contraindications for this test
The nurse reports the observation that would indicate blocked flow of bile from the liver to the intestine, which is:
1. clay-colored stools. 2. jaundice. 3. high blood pressure. 4. tachycardia.
A client with an esophagogastric tube suddenly experiences acute respiratory distress. Which is the nurse's first action?
a. Call the health care provider. b. Cut the balloon ports and remove the tube. c. Place the client upright and apply oxygen. d. Reduce the balloon pressure slightly.