The nurse has been asked to obtain a sputum specimen from a client who is in the first postoperative day after a surgical gastric resection for stomach cancer. The nurse will ensure that which item is provided to the client to ensure an effective sputum collection?
A. Supplemental oxygen
B. Folded bath blanket
C. Peak expiratory flow meter
D. Sterile applicator stick
Answer: B
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The nurse is instructing a pregnant patient on her nutritional needs
The nurse tells the patient that nutrition is needed for fetal development because fetal growth occurs in overlapping stages from increased: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Cell numbers. 2. Growth spurts every month. 3. Cell size and number. 4. Cell size alone. 5. Vitamin and mineral intake.
An older person is severely dehydrated and, as a result, has increased blood viscosity. How will this affect the peripheral vascular resistance (PVR)?
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