The nurse is caring for a client with a temperature of 104.5 degrees Fahrenheit. The nurse applies a cooling blanket and administers an antipyretic medication. The nurse explains that the rationale for these interventions is to:
a. Promote equalization of osmotic pressures.
b. Prevent hypoxia associated with diaphoresis.
c. Promote integrity of intracerebral neurons.
d. Reduce brain metabolism and limit hypoxia.
Ans: d. Reduce brain metabolism and limit hypoxia.
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a. Increase the speed and efficiency of the physical examination b. Analyze older adults' awareness of their body c. Identify symptoms that affect the current health status of the older adult d. Relax older adults so that they are less nervous for the actual examination
The nurse assesses respirations on a postoperative client receiving morphine every four hours, and anticipates which of the following?
1. Morphine could cause a decrease in respirations. 2. The client could be in pain and have increased respirations. 3. The client might have increased respirations due to anxiety. 4. The client will have normal respirations.
A 6-year-old with leukemia asks, "Who will take care of me in heaven?" What is the best response by the nurse?
a. "Who do you think will take care of you?" b. "Your grandparents and God will take care of you." c. "Your mom will know more about that than I do." d. "Why are you asking me that?"
Florence Nightingale established a nursing school at Saint Thomas Hospital in London. It was characterized by: (Select all that apply.)
a. Allowing all applicants who applied to be enrolled b. Offering formal and practical educational experiences c. Keeping records of students' progress d. Focusing on sanitation and hygiene e. Retaining a registry of all graduates