The nurse is preparing to obtain a client's mid-arm circumference. Which equipment would the nurse need to gather?
A) Balanced scale
B) Metric tape measure
C) Skin calipers
D) Ruler
B
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The nurse is caring for a client with a temperature of 104.5 degrees Fahrenheit. The nurse applies a cooling blanket and administers an antipyretic medication. The nurse explains that the rationale for these interventions is to:
a. Promote equalization of osmotic pressures. b. Prevent hypoxia associated with diaphoresis. c. Promote integrity of intracerebral neurons. d. Reduce brain metabolism and limit hypoxia.
Which statement made to the nurse about nonessential protein indicates that more teaching is necessary?
A) "All protein we eat is absorbed in our gut for the body to use." B) "All peas contain the complete proteins I need to adequate protein intake." C) "I often eat two boiled eggs with meals as a source of protein." D) "Even though I'm a vegetarian, I love to cook all types of food."
The nurse is assessing a client exhibiting a sudden sense of fear and dread, heart palpitations, and shortness of breath. The nurse understands these findings to be consistent with which condition?
A) Hypomania B) Depression C) Bipolar disorder D) Panic attack
The nurse identifies a patient in the critical care unit as having "resiliency." What characteristic has the nurse identified in the patient?
1. Motivation to reduce anxiety through positive self-talk 2. Ability to bounce back quickly after an insult 3. Physical strength to endure extreme physical stressors 4. Ability to return to a state of equilibrium