The patient is undergoing an echocardiogram for diagnosis of cardiac valve dysfunction. What factor is most likely to result in an accurate echocardiogram?
A) The patient has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
B) The technologist performing the test is very experienced.
C) The patient is very obese, with large pendulous breasts.
D) The echocardiogram machine is several years old.
B
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administered? A. orally B. topically C. vaginally D. rectally
The nurse is using several interactional skills during a health history assessment. Which should the nurse recognize reflects the skill of attending?
A. Slightly lean toward the client. B. Tell the client what you want to discuss. C. Ask questions to help the client gain insight. D. Listen for the client's basic message.
Phone prescriptions for Schedule I drugs can be made only in an absolute emergency.
a. true b. false