The nurse is assessing a patient recovering from surgery for abdominal compartment syndrome. Which findings could indicate a life-threatening condition may be developing in this patient?
1. Temperature 100.7°F
2. Complaint of dyspnea
3. Poor skin turgor
4. Blood pressure 146/88 mm Hg
5. Complaint of chest pain
2, 5
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The nurse explains that the three infections that are contraindications to breastfeeding are _______________, _______________, and ________________
ANS:
The nurse assesses the patient taking anabolic steroids for what serious adverse effects?
A) Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) B) Elevated blood glucose level C) Bradycardia D) Jaundice
The nurse has applied an aquathermia pad to a client's back. After 15 minutes of treatment, the client says that the pack no longer is warm and asks the nurse to increase the temperature. How should the nurse evaluate this request?
1. Because this client's thermal tolerance is higher than normal, increasing the temperature is necessary. 2. This client may be experiencing a rebound effect from the application of moist heat. 3. Adaptation of the thermal receptors often results in the decreased sensation of warmth. 4. The aquathermia pad should be replaced with a standard hot pack.
Which of the following is most commonly identified as the primary reason for using UAP in acute-care settings?
A) Control of nursing shortage B) Improved time management C) Cost containment D) Improved staff mix