Sodium bicarbonate and potassium chloride are examples of drugs that are prescribed in milliequivalents,
a unit of measure based on the chemical combining power of the substance.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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All people who commit suicide are depressed or psychotic. This statement is a(n):
a. Fact b. Myth c. Opinion d. Attitude
Nurses must be aware of the conditions that increase the risk of hemorrhage, one of the most common complications of the puerperium. What are the conditions? Select all that apply
a. Primipara b. Rapid or prolonged labor c. Overdistention of the uterus d. Uterine fibroids e. Preeclampsia
A patient's physical mobility is impaired because of paralysis of both lower extremities. Which is the best method for the nurse to use to place the patient in semi-Fowler's position?
a. Help the patient push up in bed by bend-ing his or her knees. b. Raise the head of the bed to 45 degrees and pull the patient to it. c. Roll the patient to one side using pillows to support his or her back. d. Pull the patient to the head of the bed (HOB) using a drawsheet and then raise the HOB.
A nurse is assisting with a client health history for a 5-year-old boy being admitted to the hospital for surgery. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for gaining the child's cooperation?
A) Keep assessment equipment away from the child's view so as not to scare him. B) Direct all questions to the family caregiver. C) Allow the child to sit in the caregiver's lap for as much of the interview as possible. D) Do not be afraid to restrain the child if he is not cooperating.