The nurse assesses a client with a heavy menstrual flow for which of the following?
A) Altered kidney function
B) Decreased electrolyte levels
C) Iron-deficiency anemia
D) Depression
C
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The nurse is caring for a patient who has diarrhea. What is the priority nursing diagnosis for this patient?
a. Readiness for enhanced knowledge related to prescribed diet modifications b. Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to poor appetite c. Deficient fluid volume related to excessive loss of fluid through stool d. Anxiety related to incontinence with loose stools and need for clothing change
The patient's membranes have just ruptured. The nurse is with her and knows that the first thing that must be done is to:
a. turn the patient on the left side. b. perform a Nitrazine test. c. check the fetal heart rate (FHR). d. perform a vaginal examination.
A patient with a history of heavy alcohol use is diagnosed with acute gastritis. Which statement by the patient indicates a willingness to stop alcohol use?
a. "I am older and wiser now, and I think I can change my drinking behavior." b. "Alcohol has never bothered my stomach before. I think I likely have the flu." c. "My drinking is affecting my stomach, but some drugs will help me feel better." d. "People say that I drink too much, but I really feel pretty good most of the time."
Prior to the administration of penicillin, a nurse reviews medication literature regarding precautions associated with penicillin. For which patient would the nurse most likely consider these precautions warranted?
a. A patient who has a history of anaphylaxis from promethazine (Phenergan) b. A patient who has a history of bronchitis and asthma c. A patient who reports an allergy to sulfa-based agents d. A patient who reports a history of a mild rash from penicillin taken 7 years ago