Infusion pumps can be used to administer fluids into central veins that have high pressures
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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After teaching a client with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which menu selection indicates that the client correctly understands the dietary teaching?
a. Ham sandwich on white bread, cup of applesauce, glass of diet cola b. Broiled chicken with brown rice, steamed broccoli, glass of apple juice c. Grilled cheese sandwich, small banana, cup of hot tea with lemon d. Baked tilapia, fresh green beans, cup of coffee with low-fat milk
A newborn client has a positive Babinski's reflex upon admission to the nursery. Which of these actions should the nurse take?
a. No action should be taken, because it is considered a normal reflex until the child is about 12 to 18 months of age. b. Inform the health care provider because it indicates a problem with the central nervous system. c. Request an order for a blood glucose because it indicates hypoglycemia in the newborn. d. Watch the newborn carefully because it indicates the possibility of a seizure disorder.
All members of the healthcare team are encouraged to read and contribute to the individual plans of care for their patients. Which of the following healthcare providers develops the plan of care?
A) The RN B) The LPN or RN C) The physician D) The patient E) Any licensed member of the healthcare team
The nurse has been teaching a pregnant woman at 32 weeks' gestation about signs and symptoms of gestational hypertension and potential warning signs of possible complications. The nurse recognizes the need for further teaching when the woman states:
a. "I will weigh myself every morning after voiding, before breakfast, and call my care provider if I notice a gain of 1 lbs or more in 1 week." b. "If I have any vision changes, I will notify my care provider." c. "If I have a headache, I will take some acetaminophen." d. "I will count my baby's kicks twice a day in the morning and evening."