MC The client has a score of 12 on the Norton Scale for assessing the risk for developing a pressure ulcer. What does this indicate?
A. No risk for ulcer development
B. High risk for ulcer development
C. Some risk for ulcer development
D. Highly unlikely an ulcer will develop
C
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Which of the following statements about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are true? (Select all that apply)
A. ADHD is more common in boys than in girls. B. Children with ADHD tend to be of below-average intelligence. C. ADHD is caused by dysfunctional parental relationships. D. Children with ADHD are often treated with the use of stimulants. E. Children with ADHD often benefit from behavior modification tools like limit setting, reward systems, and positive reinforcement. F. Even though we think of ADHD as a disorder in children, adults can also have it.
A patient who has been taking lisinopril (Zestril) for 2 weeks complains of a dry cough. What patient education should the nurse provide regarding this complaint?
a. The cough will subside within 5 to 7 days. b. The cough is an adverse effect of the medication and may lead to angioedema. c. Lisinopril also can have a hypotensive effect with the first dose. d. The cough is a common side effect of the medication.
A postpartum woman is diagnosed with metritis. The nurse interprets this as an infection involving which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A) Endometrium B) Decidua C) Myometrium D) Broad ligament E) Ovaries F) Fallopian tubes
The nurse is caring for an elderly client with influenza. Which of the following lab results does the nurse determine is consistent with influenza?
1. Increased white blood cell count 2. Clear chest x-ray 3. Increased BUN 4. Decreased sodium level