The nurse caring for an African-American baby with a mixed congenital heart defect will assess cyanosis by observing the baby's:
a. Sclera
b. Mucous membranes of the mouth
c. Hollows beneath the eyes
d. Earlobes
B
Cyanosis can be assessed in children with a dark complexion by assessing the oral mucous membranes, the palms of the hands, and the bottoms of the feet.
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What is Nancy's best response? a. consider his disease process and excuse the behavior b. report the incident to the nurse manager c. correct the patient by saying, "I am not lazy" d. ask to be removed from caring for that patient
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a. What are the signs and symptoms of Raynaud's disease? b. What diagnostic findings are used to confirm diagnosis? c. What is the nursing management for this disorder?
A pregnant woman is considering a home birth. Which statement below would lead you to believe she is a good candidate for this?
A) "I want to have a baby without boring prenatal care." B) "All women in my family have had easy labors." C) "I'm interested in learning as much as I can about birth." D) "I know nothing about birth so a hospital intimidates me."
By what pathophysiologic processes does atherosclerosis contribute to the development of coronary artery disease (CAD)?
A. Atherosclerotic plaques cause spasm and subsequent narrowing of the coronary vessels. B. Coronary vessels become inflamed and injured as a result of excess cholesterol and triglycerides. C. Macrophages and T cells form a connective tissue matrix in the vessel intima where lipids accumulate. D. Atherosclerosis causes coronary vessels to become stiff, limiting their ability to respond to increases in blood flow.