A primigravid client has to undergo an ultrasound examination. Which should the nurse
know is the most appropriate time to perform an ultrasound?
A) Between 12 and 14 weeks
B) Between 10 and 12 weeks
C) Between 16 and 20 weeks
D) Between 6 and 8 weeks
C
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Punitive damages of one million dollars were awarded to the family of a patient who died following a nursing medication error. What is true of these punitive damages?
1. These damages are awarded to set an example to other nurses. 2. The jury believes the nurse's actions were an honest mistake. 3. This jury identified this case as representing simple negligence. 4. The damages are awarded instead of the nurse serving prison time.
A client with heart failure will be undergoing the insertion of a pacemaker. The nurse is providing instructions preoperatively regarding the client's length of stay following the procedure. On which of the following will the nurse instruct the client?
1. Following the procedure and recovery, the client may expect to stay at the hospital up to 24 hours, but often the stay is less. 2. Following the procedure, the client may expect to go home immediately. 3. Following the procedure, the client will be required to stay in the hospital up to 2 days. 4. Following the procedure, the client will be required to stay in the hospital up to a week.
Which of the meninges closely adheres to the surface of the brain and spinal cord and follows the sulci and fissures?
a. Dura mater b. Arachnoid c. Pia mater d. Inner dura
The nurse is caring for a client who has been using anabolic steroids for a long period of time. What behavior change does the nurse anticipate for this client?
1. Liver damage and menstrual irregularities 2. Aggression and dependence 3. Depression and fatigue 4. Stress and anxiety