The patient is experiencing an episode of supraventricular tachycardia at a rate of 280 beats per minute. The physician uses carotid sinus massage in an attempt to slow the heart rate
What normally occurring reflex is the underlying basis of this therapy?
A) Baroreceptor
B) Deep tendon
C) Superficial spinal
D) Withdrawal
A
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A nurse assesses a client who has a burn injury. Which statement indicates the client has a positive perspective of his or her appearance?
a. "I will allow my spouse to change my dressings." b. "I want to have surgical reconstruction." c. "I will bathe and dress before breakfast." d. "I have secured the pressure dressings as ordered."
The nurse is discussing strategies for preventing sensory impairments with the parents of a newborn. Topics to include to protect hearing include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Obtain regular immunizations 2. Seek medical attention for reduced eye contact 3. Keep auditory stimulation to a minimum 4. Have children wear ear protection in noisy environments 5. Have regular health examinations
The nurse notices that the patient seems calm and peaceful in spite of an assessment that the patient's injuries might be causing severe pain
The patient tells the nurse that the use of yoga, meditation, and ____ lessens the perceptions of pain to tolerable levels. 1. eating lots of ice cream. 2. music by a favorite instrument. 3. reading exciting science fiction. 4. self-administration of drugs.