A young adult collapses during a sporting event. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is successful, and the patient is admitted with a diagnosis of possible hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. What nursing assessment is a priority for this patient?
A) Cardiac monitor pattern and pulse oximetry
B) Evaluation for dyspnea and heart murmur
C) Level of consciousness and mental status evaluation
D) History of recent viral illness or alcohol abuse
B
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A child weighs 82 lb. The correct calculation for this child's 24-hour maintenance fluid requirements is ____________________ mL
ANS:
A new hire would expect to receive information on _____ during a unit-specific orientation
a. benefits c. patient safety standards b. IV pumps d. CPR
A faculty member is experienced and has taught the same material successfully for several semesters. This year's class is having more difficulty than usual. The faculty member would most likely conclude that
a. admissions standards may have been relaxed recently. b. students are less prepared for college than in the past. c. texts should be updated to reflect enhanced technology. d. unknown barriers exist that are hindering the learning.
Treatment of children with a diagnosis of conduct disorder has been found to be more successful if:
a. parents are involved in efforts to modify their child's behavior b. a combination of methylphenidate (Ritalin) and lithium is used c. the child is in a residential treatment center away from the family influence d. several therapists work with the child using a variety of techniques