Following cerebral angiography, a patient is found to have carotid artery dissection. What critical complication associated with this injury should the nurse be most concerned about because it could lead to stroke?
A) Concussion
B) Hemorrhage
C) Diffuse axonal injury
D) Coma
B
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An emergency room nurse who is assessing a 20-year-old gymnast following a fall from a balance beam notices a clear fluid leaking from the nose. The nurse suspects:
A) Fracture of the cribriform plate B) Potential loss of consciousness C) Abrasion of the soft tissue D) Fracture of the nasal septum
As part of the care plan to meet the needs of a client with mild hypothyroidism, the nurse would
a. apply an astringent to the client's skin to promote dryness. b. plan a strenuous exercise regimen to decrease weight. c. set the thermostat between 75° and 80° F to provide a comfortable climate. d. suggest the consumption of dense fruit to decrease diarrhea.
The nurse giving a liquid iron preparation to a 5-year-old child with iron-deficiency anemia would take the precaution of:
a. Giving the drug with meals b. Diluting the drug with milk c. Mixing the drug with ice cream to hide the taste d. Administering the drug through a straw
The instruction "Apply as needed" is given only for drugs that carry no danger of ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).