A client has sustained a gunshot wound to the left femoral artery. Which type of shock should the nurse watch for?
a. cardiogenic c. hypovolemic
b. neurogenic d. septic
C
Hypovolemic shock is characterized by a decreased circulating blood volume resulting in inadequate tissue perfusion and oxygenation for normal cell function. Hypovolemic shock is caused by an acute blood loss from trauma, fluid shifts, and/or loss from surgery, fluid loss from burns, vomiting, diarrhea, and severe electrolyte imbalances.
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A) Face-to-face contact with someone who has smallpox B) Delirium C) Temperature of 38ºC (101ºF) or higher within 17 days after exposure D) A vesiculant rash on the trunk of the body
A nurse is considering joining the American Public Health Association (APHA). Which of the following information about this organization should be considered when making this decision?
a. APHA focuses on the public health con-cerns of the medical profession. b. APHA represents concerns of nursing specialty practices. c. APHA provides a forum for nurses to discuss their public health concerns. d. APHA focuses on providing health pro-motion education to the public.
The facility risk management team is preparing an in-service to nursing staff members. The presentation will highlight risk factor increase related directly to the type of clientele on a nursing unit
The presenter will correctly explain that which of the following risks is increased for female nurses who work on an oncology care unit? A) Back injuries B) Bloodborne pathogens C) Adverse reproduction D) Neurologic disorders
If the nurse assesses that the client appears more agitated and that personal safety may be threatened, the nurse should first:
A. Restrain the client B. Remove himself or herself from the situation C. Call security personnel and close the client's door D. Tell the client that the aggressive behavior is inappropriate