During the physical assessment of the peripheral vascular system, a patient's foot is pale when elevated and dark red when in the dependent position. The nurse is concerned that this patient is at risk for developing:
A) Neuropathic ulcers
B) Venous insufficiency ulcers
C) Arterial insufficiency ulcers
D) Deep vein thrombosis
C
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Prior to providing care to a family the population health nurse reflects on the achievements of historical nurses who influenced approaches used today to provide care. Which historical figure should the nurse attribute to the combination of political
activism with health promotion and disease prevention to improve individual and societal conditions affecting health? 1. Lillian Wald. 2. Lavinia Dock. 3. Lina Struthers. 4. Mary Brewster.
The nurse assesses the client with which condition first?
a. Folliculitis b. Furuncles c. Cellulitis d. Stage II ulcer
A patient is diagnosed with stage 1 hypertension. Which of the following medications will most likely be prescribed for this patient?
1. ACE inhibitor 2. thiazide diuretic 3. ARB 4. calcium channel blocker
The nurse is planning care for a client with hypothyroidism. Which should the nurse recognize is a priority nursing diagnosis?
A. Risk for injury related to confusion and lethargy. B. Altered nutrition, less than body requirements. C. Risk for constipation related to metabolic imbalance. D. Activity intolerance related to fatigue.