The nurse is caring for a couple who is having a fluorescent in situ hybridization test. Which of the following interventions is specific to this test?
A) Educating the couple that the test results are not conclusive
B) Explaining to the couple that genetic counseling is needed after the test
C) Educating the couple about potential complications from the test
D) Advising the couple that further testing is needed
B
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A nurse is caring for a patient with a Foley catheter. What actions should the nurse implement to decrease this patient's risk for infection? (Select all that apply.)
a. Keep the bag below the level of the bed. b. Provide perineal care twice a day. c. Flushing the tubing as needed. d. Using standard precautions when handling urine and tubing. e. Keep the drainage system open.
When there is resistance to left ventricular filling, blood backs up into the pulmonary circulation. What does this cause?
A) Flash pulmonary edema B) Right-sided heart failure C) Right ventricular hypertrophy D) Left-sided heart failure
The wound nurse has prescribed the use of a hydrocolloid dressing for an abdominal wound that is not healing. The child's primary nurse knows that this type of dressing is effective because:
1. The dressing allows the child to be mobile. 2. The dressing aids in the regeneration of skin and helps the wound heal. 3. The dressing is soothing and reduces pain for the child. 4. The dressing absorbs a large amount of fluid, so the wound will heal.
The nurse is providing dietary instructions to a 68-year-old client who is at high risk for development of coronary heart disease (CHD). Which information should the nurse include?
A) Limit dietary selection of cholesterol to 300 mg per day. B) Increase intake of soluble fiber to 10 to 25 grams per day. C) Decrease plant stanols and sterols to less than 2 grams/day. D) Ensure saturated fat is less than 30% of total caloric intake.