The temporal artery temperature is approximately 0.8°F higher than an oral temperature, and is about the same as a rectal temperature.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A patient has been administered heparin to prevent thromboembolism development status postmyocardial infarction. The patient develops heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. Which of the following medications will be administered?
A) Argatroban (Acova) B) Vitamin K C) Calcium gluconate D) Aminocaproic acid (Amicar)
The patient is undergoing an echocardiogram for diagnosis of cardiac valve dysfunction. What factor is most likely to result in an accurate echocardiogram?
A) The patient has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). B) The technologist performing the test is very experienced. C) The patient is very obese, with large pendulous breasts. D) The echocardiogram machine is several years old.
A patient has arrived in the emergency department with suspected acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The nurse should anticipate which of the following:
A) Prepare to assist with intubating the patient. B) Set up oxygen at 3 L/NP. C) Consult physiotherapy. D) Set up a nebulizer.
The nurse is conflicted about the harmful effects of an intervention that also will have a beneficial effect for the patient. Which ethical concept gives direction to this nurse?
1. Moral indifference 2. Double effect 3. Justice 4. Fidelity