The perinatal nurse is aware that a hematoma is the collection of blood beneath the intact skin layer following an injury to a blood vessel
A) True
B) False
A
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Advances in genetic screening provide information with high levels of certainty about genetic disorders a fetus might have. Which of the following is an ethical implication of these advances?
1. The nurse must be aware of parent feelings regarding the information available to them. 2. The nurse must be aware of his own personal feelings about the actions taken after the screening tests are completed. 3. The parents must be aware of the nurse's feelings regarding the information available about the fetus. 4. The nurse must participate in actions that are completely contradictory to his personal ethics.
A preschool child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder has been engaging in constant head-banging behavior. Which nursing intervention is appropriate?
A. Place client in restraints until the aggression subsides. B. Sedate the client with neuroleptic medications. C. Hold client's head steady and apply a helmet. D. Distract the client with a variety of games and puzzles.
Rules to remember when making beds include:
A) wrinkles are uncomfortable for the patient B) practice good mechanics and follow standard precautions when making any bed C) do not take extra linens into the patient's unit D) all of the above
A young child admitted to the pediatric unit has fever, irritability, and vomiting with suspected bacterial meningitis. Which cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) result should the nurse anticipate based on these data?
1. Decreased protein count 2. Clear, straw-colored fluid 3. Positive for red blood cells (RBCs) 4. Decreased glucose level