A patient is diagnosed with cardiac tamponade. What treatment should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
A. Pericardiocentesis
B. Oxygen and rest
C. Antibiotics
D. Antidysrhythmic drugs and oxygen
Answer: A
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A child has been admitted with Kawasaki disease and is started on aspirin and warfarin (Coumadin). For which nursing diagnosis does the nurse plan interventions as the priority?
A. Acute pain related to mouth redness and cracked lips B. Altered body image related to peeling skin rash C. Altered nutrition: less than body requirements D. Risk for bleeding related to medication effects
A child is to receive 80 mg of a medication. The dose of 80 mg is contained in 2 mL. Dilute to 80 mL and infuse in 45 minutes. A 15-mL flush is to follow. The administration set is a microdrip
Calculate the drops/minute (gtt/min). _____ a. 107 b. 80 c. 127 d. 34
Which statement made by a client about condom use indicates a need for clarification?
a. "I will use a new condom each time I have intercourse." b. "I will use an oil-based lubricant whenever I have intercourse." c. "I will always use a latex condom rather than a natural membrane condom." d. "I will keep the condom on until I have withdrawn from the vagina."
Which is larger: 0.07 or 0.008?
What will be an ideal response?