The nurse would explain to a client that an exercise ECG is useful as one means of detecting
a. cardiac dysrhythmias.
b. coronary artery disease.
c. heart failure.
d. valvular disorders.
B
An exercise ECG, referred to as a "stress test," is helpful as an adjunctive diagnostic study for coronary artery disease, although it can produce false-positive findings in some clients, especially women.
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The client is discussing a newly diagnosed food allergy with the nurse. He is wondering why his infant is so allergic, and what he needs to know. Appropriate responses include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Food allergies occur when the immune system reacts to the ingestion of certain food proteins 2. Many food allergies develop during childhood 3. Some of the common allergens are apples and pears 4. Severe allergic reactions can cause death 5. Introducing the suspected food in increasing amounts will allow the child to get over the allergy
A client is worried about contracting influenza. What is the nurse's best response to the client?
a. "Flu is no longer a prevalent problem." b. "Did you receive a flu vaccine this year?" c. "Current flu strains are generally mild." d. "If you develop symptoms, antibiotics will cure you."
Choose the nursing action that is most appropriate for the collection of a stool specimen from a 3-year-old child who has had diarrhea for the past 4 days
a. Use a preservative solution after the spe-cimen is obtained. b. Store the specimen in the refrigerator until it can be taken to the lab. c. Place the specimen in a sterile container. d. Collect an entire stool.
The nurse collects data from an older client and monitors him for signs of abuse. Which psychosocial factor does the nurse recognize as placing the client at risk for abuse?
A. The client lives alone. B. The client is independent. C. The client shows signs and symptoms of depression. D. The client is completely dependent on family members for food and medicine.