Which of the following are examined with the patient in a reclining 45-degree position?
a. Bilateral hips and popliteal angles
b. Facial bones and cranial nerves V and VII
c. Jugular venous pulsation and pressure
d. Oropharynx and thyroid gland placement
C
With the patient in a reclining 45-degree position, you can examine jugular venous pulsations and measure jugular venous pressure. All the other choices can be examined with the patient in a sitting position.
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A) Ignoring the problem of quality by using all studies, regardless of rigor B) Doing sensitivity analyses to assess whether the effects change when low-quality studies are included C) Using a random effects model rather than a fixed effects model D) Using a funnel plot to assess the degree to which study quality is related to effect size
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a child with nephrotic syndrome. What would be appropriate goals of treatment for this child? (Select all that apply.)
A) Conserving energy B) Encouraging a high-salt diet C) Preventing infection D) Restricting protein intake E) Promoting coping
Nurses may commit both intentional and unintentional torts when practicing within the profession. What are examples of intentional torts in nursing practice? Select all that apply.
a. A nurse does not report a change in client condition in a timely manner. b. A nurse seeks employment in a hospital after falsifying credentials on a resume. c. A nurse threatens to hit an older client who has dementia and is wailing. d. A nurse places a client who is a fall risk in restraints without the proper order. e. A nurse forgets to put the side rails up on a crib and the toddler falls out. f. A nurse makes disparaging remarks to the staff about a client who has a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
The client asks the nurse why a tricyclic antidepressant has not been prescribed for depression. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Tricyclic antidepressants have many side effects, including orthostatic hypotension, headache, and diarrhea." 2. "Tricyclic antidepressants cause sexual dysfunction." 3. "Tricyclic antidepressants are not recommended for a client with a history of heart attack." 4. "Tricyclic antidepressants aid with digestion and elimination."