Bronchitis is a(n) ________ of the air passageways caused by irritants.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
inflammation
The definition of bronchitis is an inflammation of the air passageways caused by irritants.
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Based on this data, which complication of IV fluid therapy does the nurse anticipate? A) Speed shock B) Fluid volume excess C) Pulmonary embolism D) An allergic reaction
An older patient who spends most of the time in bed because of impaired mobility is complaining about not getting enough sleep. What would cause the nurse concern if this patient were prescribed sleep sedatives?
A) Promotion of incontinence B) Depression of some vital body functions C) Decreased body movements during sleep D) Decreased susceptibility to adverse reactions
A staff nurse is admitting a patient to her unit. During the nursing assessment, the nurse asks the patient questions related to his spirituality. What is the most important reason to assess a patient's spiritual environment?
A) A patient's spiritual environment can affect his physical activity. B) A patient's spiritual environment can affect his ability to communicate. C) A patient's spiritual environment can affect his quality of sexual relationships. D) A patient's spiritual environment can affect his responses to illness.
When carrying a bedpan or urinal, it should be ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).