What is the primary problem resulting from respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) of the newborn?
a. Consolidation
b. Pulmonary edema
c. Atelectasis
d. Bronchiolar plugging
Answer: c. Atelectasis
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The nurse is instructing a patient with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following would not be appropriate to include in this teaching?
a. check the temperature of the bath or shower with your foot to be sure the water is not too hot b. inspect the feet everyday and report any injury or problem to the health care provider c. always wear clean socks d. never go barefoot, even at home
Which action by an abuser in a relationship with domestic violence is intended to gain power or control over the victim?
1) Suggesting that the victim spend more time with family and friends 2) Controlling or limiting finances available to the victim 3) Buying lavish gifts as an apology to the victim 4) Telling the victim that it will never happen again
The nurse determines that interventions to prevent postoperative constipation have been effective in a client recovering from surgery. What did the nurse assess to make this clinical decision?
1. Abdominal distention present. 2. Gas pains present. 3. Client vomiting. 4. Bowel movement occurred 24 hours after resuming a normal diet.
The nurse is determining if a client who sustained a burn should be referred to a burn unit for care. Which of the following types of burn injuries should be referred to this type of care area? (Select all that apply.)
1. Burn on the face 2. Burn to the genitalia 3. Burn to a fractured limb 4. Sunburn 5. Burn caused by hot water to approximately 5 inches of the forearm 6. Burn caused by chemicals