A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone pulmonary angiography with catheter insertion through the right femoral vein. The nurse assesses for allergic reaction to the contrast medium by monitoring for the presence of which?
A. Bradycardia
B. Respiratory distress
C. Hematoma in the right groin
D. Discomfort in the right groin
Ans: B. Respiratory distress
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a. Surgery is recommended as soon as possible. b. The defect usually resolves spontaneously by 3 to 5 years of age. c. Aggressive treatment is necessary to reduce its high mortality. d. Taping the abdomen to flatten the protrusion is sometimes helpful.
Which of the following statements is true of antithyroid drugs such as propylthiouracil and methimazole?
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Jolene insists she can get all the antioxidant nutrients she needs from a vitamin supplement. Which of the following statements is most accurate about antioxidants?
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Organize the following steps in developing a strategic unit-based action plan
1. Determine specific strategies for each goal. 2. Select goals to be achieved. 3. Define the purpose or mission. 4. Monitor and update the plan 5. Identify resources for accomplishing goals. a. 3, 2, 1, 5, 4 b. 2, 1, 3, 4, 5 c. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 d. 1, 2, 5, 4, 3