A prenatal patient’s lab report reveals a low folic acid level. The nurse explains that a low folic acid level is associated with a higher incidence of:
1. Prematurity
2. Spina bifida
3. Cardiac problems
4. Respiratory problems
2. Spina bifida
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The nurse explains that ___________, the chief enzyme of gastric juice, is activated by hydrochloric acid to begin digestion of protein
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Which of the following nursing activities demonstrates implementation of the AACN Standards of Professional Performance? (Select all that apply.)
a. Attending a meeting of the local chapter of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses in which a continuing education program on sepsis is being taught b. Collaborating with a pastoral services colleague to assist in meeting spiritual needs of the patient and family c. Participating on the unit's nurse practice council d. Posting an article from Critical Care Nurse on management of venous thromboembolism for your colleagues to read e. Using evidence-based strategies to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia
The nurse is caring for a client with liver cancer whose diagnosis was delayed after months of non-specific complaints. What leads to delayed diagnosis of liver damage? Select all that apply.
A) The deeper location of the liver in the abdomen. B) The superficial location of the liver in the abdomen. C) The regenerative properties of the liver. D) The vascular nature of the liver. E) The size of the liver.
The nurse is auscultating a patient's lung fields and hears a coarse sound like bubbling water. The sounds are heard best on expiration and in the center of the patient's chest. How should the nurse document these sounds?
1. Crackles 2. Rhonchi 3. Wheeze 4. Stridor