Which physical assessment technique would be used to identify a friction rub?
A) Inspection
B) Palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
D
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A physically or mentally impaired older woman who is living with a relative and has a history of unexplained bruises or injuries, burns in unusual places, or poor personal hygiene is likely a victim of:
a. Neglect b. Child abuse c. Elder abuse d. Adolescent abuse
After licensing, the LPN/LVN is permitted to perform complex nursing skills as delegated by the registered nurse (RN) and allowed by the Nurse Practice Act. Delegation is allowed as long as which requirements are met? (Select all that apply.)
a. An RN is willing to teach the skill. b. An RN observes the return demonstration. c. An RN delegates complex patients to the LPN/LVN. d. An RN delegates formulating nursing diagnoses to the LPN/LVN. e. An RN documents the teaching or learning process for the LPN/LVN's file in the place of employment.
a patient identified as HIV antibody - positive one year ago manifests acute HIV infection but does not want to start antiretroviral therapy at this time. what is an appropraite nursing intervention for the patient at this stage of illness?
a. assess with end of life issues b. provide care during acute exacerbations c. provide physical care for chronic disease d. teach the patient about immune enhancements
A nurse preceptor is working with a student nurse who is administering medications. Which statement by the student indicates an understanding of the action of an antacid?
a) "The action occurs in the stomach by increasing the pH of the stomach contents and decreasing pepsin activity." b) "The action occurs in the small intestine, where the drug coats the lining and prevents further ulceration." c) "The action occurs in the esophagus by increasing peristalsis and improving movement of food into the stomach." d) "The action occurs in the large intestine by increasing electrolyte absorption into the system that decreases pepsin absorption."