A nurse explains to a patient who presents with allergic symptoms that he is exhibiting an allergic reaction known as the Response of Lewis. Which of the following symptoms is most likely being exhibited by the patient?
A. Hypotension
B. Edema and erythema in the skin
C. Nasal congestion
D. Production of nasal and brochial mucus
Answer: B
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If radiological studies are needed during pregnancy, it is important for the clinician to recognize that a(n) ____ exposes a fetus to ionizing radiation
A. Ultrasound B. CT scan C. MRI D. Doppler equipment
A 17-year-old patient sustained facial fractures and a 6-inch laceration on the left side of her face in a motor vehicle accident. The patient tells the nurse that she does not want anyone to see her "looking this way."
Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate? a. "Tell me what you mean by ‘looking this way.'" b. "Okay, I'll restrict your visitors until your face heals." c. "Your friends and family love you no matter what." d. "You're young; your face will heal quickly."
A client comes to the clinic and complains of not being able to hold her urine, stating: "I feel so terrible. This shouldn't happen at my age." The nurse's best response is:
A) "There are a number of possible causes for this. I need to ask you some more questions about it." B) "Getting old isn't much fun, is it?" C) "You shouldn't feel badly. Lots of people have this trouble." D) "You'll probably have to start wearing incontinent briefs. Then you won't be worried about accidents."
Rod, age 68, has hearing difficulty. Which of the following would NOT be helpful in assuring that he understands teaching about his drug?
1. Stand facing him and speak slowly and clearly. 2. Speak in low tones or find a provider who has a lower voice. 3. Write down the instructions as well as speaking them. 4. If he reads lips, exaggerate lips movements when pronouncing the vowel sounds.