A patient is admitted for joint replacement surgery. A nurse identifies that this type of surgery is usually necessary due to
1. An amputated limb.
2. A comminuted fracture.
3. Advanced osteoarthritis.
4. A severe sprain.
ANS: 3
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A. Assess the client's rate, rhythm, and depth of respiration. B. Measure the client's pulse and blood pressure. C. Document the findings as the only action. D. Notify the physician.
A nursing student caring for an unconscious client knows that communication is important even if the client does not respond. Which nonverbal action by the nursing student would communicate caring?
A) Making constant eye contact with the client B) Waving to the client when entering the room C) Sighing frequently while providing care D) Holding the client's hand while talking
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1. Central America 2. Northeast United States 3. Africa 4. Middle East
How many medications are used to rapidly cause unconsciousness and muscle relaxation and to maintain deep anesthesia?
1. Five medications 2. A single medication 3. Always two medications 4. Multiple medications