An adult client with cystic fibrosis is admitted to an acute care facility with an acute respiratory infection. Prescribed respiratory treatment includes chest physiotherapy. When should the nurse perform this procedure?

a) Immediately before a meal
b) At least 2 hours after a meal
c) When bronchospasms occur
d) When secretions have mobilized


Answer: b) At least 2 hours after a meal

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If you are unable to restore a pulse during cardiac arrest, the patient will likely:

A) sustain brain damage within two to four minutes. B) respond to electrical stimulation after six cycles of CPR. C) die without adequate circulation within 10 minutes. D) require hyperventilation to restore a pulse.

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The computerized comprehensive list of codes for all services and items provided to hospital patients is known as the ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The definition of ________ is insufficient blood supply to the heart due to an obstruction of one or more arteries

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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The physician wants to prescribe an agent that relieves convulsions. Which of the following best describes the class of this type of drug and an example?

a. Antidepressant, Prozac b. Anticonvulsant, Dramamine c. Anticonvulsant, Dilantin d. Antidepressant, Dilantin e. Hypnotic, Secobarbital

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