The nurse is caring for a child who is taking corticosteroids for systemic lupus erythematosus. The nurse carefully monitors the child's condition because the nurse is aware that corticosteroids can have what major action?
A) They increase liver enzymes.
B) They can mask signs of infection.
C) They cause bone marrow suppression.
D) They decrease renal function.
B
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The nurse assesses the chest of a patient with pneumococcal pneumonia. Which finding would the nurse expect?
a. Increased tactile fremitus b. Dry, nonproductive cough c. Hyperresonance to percussion d. A grating sound on auscultation
What should be the nurse's first action when planning to teach the parents of an infant with a congenital heart defect?
a. Assess the parents' readiness to learn. b. Gather literature for the parents. c. Secure a quiet place for teaching. d. Discuss the plan with the nursing team.
Which of the following interventions should a nurse anticipate implementing when planning care for children diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? Select all that apply
A. Behavior modification B. Antianxiety medications C. Competitive group sports D. Group therapy E. Family therapy
When measuring temperatures, use
A) sterile technique. B) aseptic technique. C) standard precautions. D) contact precautions.