The first sign of hypothermia in a critically ill neonate is a drop in which temperature?
a. axillary
b. rectal
c. skin
Answer: c. skin
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As the nurse admits an older woman to a long-term care facility from her home of 50 years, she mistakes the nurse for her daughter. Which diagnosis does the nurse use to plan care for this woman?
a. Hypoxia as a result of chronic disease b. Relocation stress syndrome c. Alzheimer disease (AD) d. Attention-seeking behavior
Which of the following statements by your ADHD child's parents indicate they need further teaching?
A. "We will establish firm but reasonable limits on his behavior." B. "We will give him his medication at night so it won't decrease his appetite." C. "We will set him up in a special program at his school so we he will get extra attention." D. "We will work to ensure he gets 8 hours of sleep a night."
The patient's temperature has reached 103.4° F. The nurse prepares to draw a blood culture before giving the patient an antipyretic medication. What is the best reason to draw a blood cul-ture before giving an antipyretic medication?
a. The causative organism is most prevalent during a spike in temperature. b. Elevated temperatures slow metabolic rate and improve blood oxygenation. c. Increased blood flow leads to moist muc-ous membranes making blood draws easi-er. d. Venous distention is greater because of fluid retention secondary to hyperthermia.
Camille is 27 years old and delivered her first baby yesterday. She and her husband do not want to have another baby for at least 3 to 4 years. Which of the following is the best method of birth control to meet their needs?
a. Fertility awareness method b. Combination of condoms and foam c. Vasectomy with a reversal in 3 years d. Withdrawal