An older patient who is having difficulty breathing and is wheezing is scheduled for a test to differentiate the health problem as being asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
For which diagnostic test should the nurse prepare the patient? 1. Chest x-ray
2. Electrocardiogram
3. Complete blood count
4. Pulmonary function tests
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Rationale: A chest x-ray will give information related to the pulmonary condition but will not differentiate asthma from COPD.
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a. registered nurse. b. physical therapist. c. home health aide. d. LPN/LVN.
A nurse is assisting in developing a plan of care for the client with multiple myeloma. A priority nursing intervention for a client with multiple myeloma is which of the following?
a. coughing and deep breathing c. monitoring the red blood cell count b. encouraging fluids d. providing frequent oral care
A 3-year-old child with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is being discharged from the hospital. The nurse is providing instructions to the mother regarding home care and infection control measures
Which of the following statements, if made by the mother, indicates a need for further education? 1. "I should discard any unused food immediately." 2. "If the nipple becomes soft and sticky, I will discard the nipple." 3. "I need to wash all vegetables carefully before preparing them." 4. "I should wash the eating utensils, baby bottle, and dishes in the dishwasher."
Which of the following sources produces the most revenue at the local level?
a. Grants b. Fees for service c. Levies d. Resource allocation