The perinatal nurse is called to assess an infant who is 4 hours post-birth. A blue tinge to the lips, gums and tongue is noted. Follow-up for this infant may include:
Select all answers that apply.
A) echocardiogram.
B) oxygen therapy.
C) ultrasound.
D) monitoring of vital signs.
A, B, D
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a. Exophthalmos b. Strabismus c. Photophobia d. Diplopia
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed Velban, a vinca alkaloid. The client asks the nurse about how the drug acts. Which of the following would the nurse integrate into the response?
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A patient who has an indwelling catheter is being cared for in the home following a cerebrovascular accident. The nurse should instruct the patient and family on catheter care to prevent the development of:
A) Urosepsis B) Pulmonary edema C) Meningitis D) Cellulitis
Which factors are among the most common causes of seizures in adults? (select all that apply)
a. Emotional distress b. Head injury c. Stroke d. Tumors e. Lack of sleep f. Fever