The nurse is assessing the patient with a circumferential burn to the left upper extremity. The nurse anticipates the performance of an escharotomy with which of the following assessment findings? Select all that apply
A) Absent distal radial pulses
B) Progressive diminution of ultrasound signal
C) Limited range of motion
D) Decrease in capillary refill
E) Pink nail beds
A, B, D
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A mother brings a child to the pediatric office for a sick visit. The nurse should:
1. Focus exclusively on the reported illness. 2. Review health promotion and maintenance activities. 3. Ask the mother to leave the room after obtaining the history. 4. Obtain a comprehensive history, including sociodemographic data.
A public health nurse is teaching a health class for the male students at the local high school and has been asked about testicular cancer. What points would be appropriate to emphasize?
A) Testicular cancer is a highly curable type of cancer. B) Testicular cancer is very difficult to diagnose. C) Testicular cancer is the number one cause of cancer deaths in males. D) Testicular cancer is more common in older men.
Which of the following can the nurse ask to determine if a patient is ready to learn?
a. Is the patient alert? b. Can the patient return a demonstration? c. Can the patient focus at this time? d. Can the training occur in a quiet setting?
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What will be an ideal response?