Which of the following would the nurse interpret as a positive response to the Phalen test for a client suspected of having carpal tunnel syndrome?
A) Numbness
B) Atrophy of the thenar prominence
C) No tingling
D) Hard, painless Bouchard nodes
A
You might also like to view...
A patient is scheduled for a colonoscopy in the morning. Which laxative is most likely prescribed the evening before the colonoscopy?
A) Psyllium (Metamucil) B) Polyethylene glycol–electrolyte solution (NuLYTELY) C) Castor oil D) Lactulose (Cephulac)
The nurse is preparing to conduct a physical examination to obtain baseline measurements for a client. Baseline data collection is the:
a. data collected when the client first came to the hospital. b. data collected by research that serves as a standard by which to compare the client's data to determine if they meet the norms for their age and height. c. systematic organization of observations obtained during the physical examination that form the basis for comparison and evaluation to establish the status of a client at a given point in time. d. data collected and documented at the beginning of each hospitalized day and used to determine if there is a change in the client's condition.
Clients with IBS may be prescribed what type of medication prior to meals to prevent diarrhea?
a. bulk forming c. antidiarrheal b. antispasmodic d. antihistamine
A common complaint during pregnancy is heartburn. As the clinic nurse, what should be recommended to decrease the discomfort of heartburn?
A) Eat small, frequent meals. B) Drink warm liquids with the meals. C) Eat easily digested carbohydrates. D) Drink liquids immediately before meals.