Hepatitis D occurs in persons already infected with the hepatitis B virus
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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An interdisciplinary team has been commissioned to create policies and procedures aimed at preventing acute hemolytic transfusion reactions. What action has the greatest potential to reduce the risk of this transfusion reaction?
A) Ensure that blood components are never infused at a rate greater than 125 mL/hr. B) Administer prophylactic antihistamines prior to all blood transfusions. C) Establish baseline vital signs for all patients receiving transfusions. D) Be vigilant in identifying the patient and the blood component.
The nurse is applying a TENS unit to a client in pain. Prior to applying the electrodes, which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. Turning the unit on 2. Washing, rinsing, and drying the designated area with soap and water 3. Increasing the amplitude to the desired setting 4. Changing the battery
A health care provider is developing a plan for a patient who is beginning to take ranitidine (Zantac)
Review the following adverse effects, and select the one that the patient must be instructed is the most frequent adverse gastrointestinal (GI) effect of the drug. a. Constipation b. Diarrhea c. Epigastric pain d. Increased flatus
The nurse notes that a patient with damage to the diencephalon region of the cerebrum is demonstrating a breathing pattern where regular periods of deep, rapid breathing are followed by periods of apnea
How should the nurse document this breathing pattern? 1. Cheyne-Stokes respirations 2. apneustic respirations 3. neurogenic hyperventilation 4. ataxic respirations