What are common causes of an SAH?
What will be an ideal response?
The most common causes of SAH are hypertensive hemorrhage, ruptured cerebral aneurysm (85%),
ruptured arteriovenous (AV) malformation, and head injury.
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Which of the following statements is false?
a. Meat is the most expensive source of protein and iron b. Carbohydrates and fats are filling, less expensive, and equally nutritious as protein c. Vitamin-rich foods are necessary but not necessarily expensive d. Pastas, grains, and breads are examples of carbohydrates
Why is operational reasoning necessary for research?
a. Abstract concepts are of no use to nursing. b. Standard interventions are obtained from operational reasoning. c. It allows the researcher to measure the concepts studied. d. It facilitates the researcher's rapport with families.
Following discharge teaching, the nurse determines that the patient requires additional teaching regarding antibiotic treatment when the patient states:
a. "It is important that I stop taking my me-dication when I feel completely better." b. "I should try to take my medication as evenly spaced apart as possible." c. "If I start feeling worse, I should call my health care provider." d. "I should not share my medication with anyone."
A client recovering from a stroke is being discharged on oral warfarin sodium (Coumadin). During discharge teaching, which statement by the client would reflect an understanding of the effects of this medication?
1. "I will stop taking this medicine if I notice any bruising.". 2. "I will not eat spinach while I'm taking this medicine.". 3. "It will be okay for me to eat anything, as long as it is low-fat.". 4. "I'll check my blood pressure frequently while taking this medication.".