Acute lung injury is a less severe form of lung injury than acute respiratory failure
A) True
B) False
B
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Which of the following would be the best meal choice for a patient with a stage III pressure ulcer?
A) Cheeseburger and fries B) Skim milk, oatmeal, and whole wheat toast C) Steak, baked potato, spinach, and strawberry salad D) Eggs, bacon, hash browns, and an apple
A nurse's brother mentions that he saw on the news that a man without any known illnesses died suddenly just after hearing that his ex-wife had committed suicide. He asks if this was coincidence or if an emotional shock can kill someone
The nurse should respond by noting that a number of serious medical conditions may be precipitated by emotional distress, including: (Select all that apply.) a. cancer. b. lung disease. c. hypertension. d. certain headaches. e. myocardial infarction. f. cardiovascular disease.
A patient is taking 36 units of Human Extended Zinc (Ultralente) insulin each morning. The insulin action will peak between:
1. 1 to 3 hours. 2. 6 to 8 hours. 3. 10 to 30 hours. 4. 24 to 48 hours.
The mother of a child admitted after a motor vehicle accident expresses concern about caring for the child's wounds at home. The mother has demonstrated appropriate technique with medication administration and wound care
Which is the priority nursing diagnosis? 1. Parental Anxiety related to care of the child at home 2. Altered Family Processes related to hospitalization 3. Risk for Infection for related to presence of healing wounds 4. Knowledge Deficit related to home care