You should always restrain a patient who is having a seizure to prevent injury
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a. Chest wall stiffness b. Decreased muscle strength c. Inability to cooperate d. Less lung elasticity e. Poor vision and hearing
An 89-year-old patient who lives in a nursing home has been admitted to the hospital for observation after falling, and is exhibiting confusion and malaise in the nursing home
He had a urinary catheter inserted 2 weeks ago when he complained of difficulty urinating. Lab work was ordered and the nurse notes that his neutrophil count is elevated. She knows that this, combined with the other clinical signs and symptoms, most likely indicates what condition? a. Tuberculosis b. Parasitic infection c. Acute bacterial infection d. Viral infection
Which of the following best describes stress?
A) a response to changes in the normal balanced state B) a perception that something is threatening C) a response to internal environment for homeostasis D) a localized response of a tissue or organ to a stressor
The nurse wants to suction the client's artificial airway. Which does the nurse implement to prepare for the procedure?
1. Connects sterile catheter to suction 2. Hyperinflates the client with oxygen 3. Provides 100% oxygen for breathing 4. Applies clean gloves to protect client