The arrangement of the body in a straight line is known as body alignment
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A patient has been admitted to the emergency department with bleeding from a traumatic amputation of the leg. Which findings would the nurse interpret as indicating this patient's blood loss is severe?
1. Heart rate is 120. 2. Blood has soaked the dressing applied by first responders. 3. Blood pressure is 78/50. 4. Mild anxiety is present. 5. Respiratory rate is 29 breaths/min.
Why is it important for the nurse to assess the bladder regularly and encourage the laboring client to void frequently?
1. A full bladder impedes oxygen flow to the fetus. 2. Frequent voiding prevents bruising of the bladder. 3. Frequent voiding encourages sphincter control. 4. A full bladder can impede fetal descent.
Which nursing intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care for a child who is sedated, unconscious, and on a mechanical ventilator?
1. Out-of-bed transfer to wheelchair 2. Whirlpool baths 3. Maintenance of intravenous (IV) hydration 4. Active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises
A patient has the following lab values: pH 7.29, CO2 49, HCO3 23. You know that this is an example of:
A. Metabolic Acidosis B. Metabolic Alkalosis C. Respiratory Acidosis D. Respiratory Alkalosis