A patient with a new onset of systolic ejection murmur should be assessed for which nutritional deficiency?
1. Vitamin B12
2. Vitamin C
3. Folate
4. Niacine
3
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What should the nurse consider when having consent forms signed for surgery and procedures on children?
a. Only a parent or legal guardian can give consent. b. The person giving consent must be at least 18 years old. c. The risks and benefits of a procedure are part of the consent process. d. A mental age of 7 years or older is required for a consent to be considered "informed."
A client in her third trimester complains to the nurse of having shortness of breath while sleeping. The nurse informs the client that this is normal and occurs because the growing fetus puts pressure on the diaphragm
Which measure should the nurse suggest to help alleviate this problem? A) Avoid overeating. B) Lie on a firmer mattress. C) Use extra pillows. D) Avoid spicy food.
The nurse auscultating heart sounds suspects the client has a murmur. Which action should the nurse take?
A. Inform the client of "the abnormality." B. Document the finding with a plan to reassess the patient on the next visit. C. Stop the assessment and refer the client to the healthcare provider. D. Request another examiner to assess the finding.
What individuals are at risk for this condition?
What will be an ideal response?