You are the nurse positioning a woman at 24 weeks' gestation in a supine position for fundal height measurement. She becomes pale, dizzy, and nauseated. Your first action should be to:
A) reposition the client. B) provide oxygen. C) assess blood pressure. D) go get the crash cart.
A
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a. Rigidity b. Resting tremor c. Bradykinesia d. Orthostatic hypotension e. Progressive decline in cognitive function
A staff nurse is applying for a license in a second state 2 years after initial licensure. To determine the scope of practice in the new state, the nurse should obtain a copy of the:
1. state Nurse Practice Act. 2. American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of care. 3. staff nurse job description in a state facility. 4. general laws of the state.
A 44-year-old man has sought treatment for erectile dysfunction. The patient asks specifically to be considered for sildenafil (Viagra) therapy
Which of the following factors in the patient's medical history must be taken into consideration for this particular medication? Select all that apply. 1. The patient reports a history of hypotension. 2. The patient has angina. 3. The patient has a history of glaucoma. 4. The patient was recently hospitalized to regulate his insulin therapy. 5. The patient has a history of type 2 diabetes managed by oral hypoglycemic medications.
Poverty rates are highest in which of the following types of families?
a. two-parent c. adoptive b. single-parent d. foster