A patient with a 2-month history of diarrhea is prescribed a diagnostic test that uses a narrow x-ray beam to provide a 360-degree view of abdominal structures. For which diagnostic test should the nurse prepare the patient?
A. Computed tomography
B. Gastric emptying study
C. Liver biopsy
D. Cholecystography
Answer: A
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1. "Western medicine believes that acupuncture stimulates the body's release of pain-fighting chemicals called endorphins." 2. "I'm not sure why he suggested acupuncture. There are a lot of risks, including HIV." 3. "Acupuncture works by encouraging the body to increase its development of serotonin and norepinephrine." 4. "Your acupuncturist is your best resource for answering your specific questions."
A nursing student is asked to list some strategies to maintain physical health. Which item on the student's list would be incorrect?
a. good nutrition c. stress prevention measures b. physical exercise d. sleep
A community health nursing student is assessing the birth rates and death rates of his local municipality and comparing these rates to the nation and the world. This is an example of what type of nursing?
A) Community-based nursing B) Epidemiologic nursing C) Community health nursing D) Statistical nursing
A patient is wheezing and short of breath. The nurse assesses a heart rate of 88 beats per minute, a respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute, and a blood pressure of 124/78 mm Hg
The prescriber orders a nonspecific beta agonist medication. Besides evaluating the patient for a reduction in respiratory distress, the nurse will monitor for which side effect? a. Hypotension b. Tachycardia c. Tachypnea d. Urinary retention