A patient states he is nervous and worries constantly. The patient suffers from _____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Anxiety
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A patient's most recent arterial blood gases reveal pH = 7.5; HCO3- = 29 mEq/L, and PaCO2 = 51 mm Hg. What health problem could account for these findings?
A) Volume depletion from vomiting B) Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) C) Atelectasis D) Hyperventilation
When a nurse tells a patient the truth about his terminal condition, she is engaging in:
a. beneficence b. autonomy c. veracity d. fidelity
The nurse is preparing to assess a female adolescent diagnosed with Turner syndrome. What findings should the nurse expect because of this genetic disorder?
a. webbed neck b. muscle atrophy c. short stature d. facial hair growth e. lack of sexual development
A patient with depression does not want to take prescribed medication because of the side effects. What can the nurse suggest to help with medication adherence?
1. Use ice chips to help alleviate dry mouth. 2. Chew gum or use hard candy to help alleviate dry mouth. 3. Avoid alcohol-based mouthwash to help alleviate dry mouth. 4. Use "dry eye" drops to help with eye dryness. 5. Take alcoholic beverages several times a week to help with unpleasant side effects.