While examining a patient admitted for acute appendicitis, the patient complains of pain in the abdominal region. You recognize that the patient is experiencing which type of pain?
a. somatic pain c. chronic pain
b. cutaneous pain d. visceral pain
D
The patient is most likely experiencing visceral pain related to the acute appendicitis. Visceral pain arises from the organs. Diseased organs can change size, usually resulting in stretching of the organ, leading to pain.
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A) The high prevalence of mental impairment among the elderly B) The diversity of the older adult population C) The fact that most older people live below the poverty line D) The lack of family support that is the norm among the elderly
The priority intervention for a client with epidural anesthesia whose blood pressure is 80/50 mm Hg is:
a. reposition to supine position. b. administer ephedrine, 5 mg IV push. c. maintain IV infusion rate at 150 mL/hr. d. Notify anesthesia about maternal hypotension.
A patient is scheduled to start taking prednisone (Dexasone). The nurse would monitor this patient for which side effects? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Fat deposits in the abdominal and clavicle regions 2. Muscle weakness and wasting in the extremities 3. Delayed wound healing 4. Varicose leg veins 5. Hypotension
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a. may induce seizures. b. is easily addictive. c. is not adequate for pain relief. d. is given by intramuscular injection.