Compartment syndrome is a serious surgical emergency.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A client has a tracheostomy tube in place. When the nurse suctions the client, food particles are noted. What action by the nurse is best?
a. Elevate the head of the client's bed. b. Measure and compare cuff pressures. c. Place the client on NPO status. d. Request that the client have a swallow study.
Order: 1000 mL NS to infuse in eight hours. At what rate in mL/h will you set the pump?
1. 125 mL/h 2. 250 mL/h 3. 1600 mL/h 4. 16,000 mL/h
A patient reports to the clinic nurse that she has not had a period in over 12 weeks, she is tired, and her breasts are sore all of the time. The patient's urine test is positive for hCG. What is the best nursing action related to this information?
a. Ask the patient if she has had any nausea or vomiting in the morning. b. Schedule the patient to be seen by a health care provider within the next 4 weeks. c. Send the patient to the maternity screening area of the clinic for a routine ultrasound. d. Determine if there are any factors that might prohibit her from seeking medical care.
It is important for students and practicing nurses to examine their own attitudes about diversity because how they think and feel about differences in people may influence their ability to provide safe, quality, equitable, and patient-centered care
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.