Size of the blood pressure cuff is not a consideration for obtaining accurate values.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old girl with vulvovaginitis. The nurse is explaining to the girl's mother how to help prevent subsequent episodes. Which of the following responses indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "She needs to wipe from front to back." B) "I will ensure she changes her underwear every day." C) "She should probably avoid bubble baths." D) "I will help supervise her wiping after bowel movements."
The nurse needs to locate specific information to support a change in clinical practice. Which database should be accessed to locate this information?
A) The National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM) B) The Academic Center for Evidence-Based Practice (ACE) C) The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) D) The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
Before drug therapy is considered, patients with mild to moderate hypertension should attempt to lower their blood pressure using lifestyle modifications for
a. 3 to 6 weeks. b. 6 to 8 weeks. c. 3 to 6 months. d. 6 to 8 months.
An 86-year-old woman is seen in the clinic for recurrent hematuria. The provider suspects bladder cancer. Which of the following information from the history would be considered a risk factor for this type of cancer?
a. History of alcoholism c. Obesity b. Sedentary lifestyle d. 65-year smoking history