A patient with idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura continues to experience symptoms of the disease after completing several courses of prednisone therapy. Which treatment will most likely be recommended for this patient?
A. Aspirin therapy
B. Splenectomy
C. Lifelong prednisone therapy
D. Weekly platelet transfusions
Answer: B
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a. The caregiver warms the bottle and tests heat on the inside of the wrist. b. The parents state the infant is sleeping with them until they buy a crib. c. One parent states that when the child gets frustrating, the other parent takes over. d. Caregivers consistently wash their hands before holding the baby.
A regular interval interrupted by an early beat, late beat, or missed beat indicates an abnormal rhythm or:
a. dysrhythmia. b. tachycardia. c. bradycardia. d. a pulse deficit.
The nurse considers enrolling in an online education program. For which reason should the staff nurse decide to apply to an in-person program instead? Select all that apply.
A) Less expensive B) Lacks motivation C) Desires socialization D) Minimal self-direction E) Limited computer skills
A patient with a nasal cannula at 5 L/min has skin irritation around the nares and complains of a dry mouth and nose. Which action by the student nurse should be questioned by the nursing instructor?
a. Using humidification b. Applying petroleum-based gel to the nares c. Providing frequent oral care d. Asking the physician for an order for sterile nasal saline