Pericardial fluid accumulation results in __________, acute compression of the heart
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Cardiac tamponade
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A) Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) B) Lasix (Furosemide) C) Mannitol (Osmitrol) D) Spirolactone (Aldactone)
The diabetic class is discussing metabolic syndrome. This can occur with individuals with type 2 diabetes. Which of the following abnormalities make up metabolic syndrome? Select all that apply
A) Hypertension B) Central obesity C) Low triglycerides D) Low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) E) Low low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
What instruction should the nurse provide to a client who is taking medications for dementia?
1. Take any OTC medication needed. 2. Report any changes in urine color immediately. 3. Be extremely careful about getting up quickly from a seated position. 4. Never take with high-fat foods.
A toddler fell out of a second-story window. She had brief loss of consciousness and vomited four times
Since admission, she has been alert and oriented. Her mother asks why a computed tomography (CT) scan is required when she "seems fine." The nurse should explain that the toddler: a. May have a brain injury. c. May start having seizures. b. Needs this because of her age. d. Probably has a skull fracture.