Prior to an MRI, the patient asks why there is so much concern about metal objects and the MRI machine. The nurse's best explanation is that the MRI machine will (select all that ap-ply):
1. cause metal objects to spark, like in a microwave.
2. deactivate the battery in a pacemaker.
3. cause metal to heat up and burn the patient.
4. not transmit clear data if metal is present.
5. attract any metal into the MRI chamber.
2, 5
The magnetic field will deactivate the batteries in a pacemaker and will also attract any met-al object into the MRI chamber.
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The nurse should be particularly alert to somatization of psychological distress among clients whose
cultural beliefs include the idea that (more than one answer may be correct) A. mental illness reflects badly on a family. B. mental illness is a significant moral weakness. C. everyone should plan for the future. D. mind, body, and spirit are merged. E. intergenerational conflict is to blame.
During a preconception counseling meeting with the nurse, a couple asks what changes they will need to make to their lifestyle. The nurse's best response is:
1. "You can no longer use over-the-counter medications." 2. "Your partner will have to give up smoking." 3. "Start taking a multivitamin now." 4. "You should stop exercising until you see the doctor."
A woman had a cesarean birth after a prolonged trial of labor. When assessing the patient, the nurse notes the patient is lethargic, has a pulse of 130 beats/minute, and states: "I'm glad I have so little lochia; I'm too tired to change my pad."
What action by the nurse is most appropriate? A. Assess the amount of lochia on the peri-pad. B. Cluster the nursing care given to allow uninterrupted sleep. C. Have the woman get up and attempt to void. D. Take a full set of vital signs and call the provider.
What is the phrase that defines the volume of air inspired and expired with a normal breath?
A) Total lung capacity B) Forced vital capacity C) Tidal volume D) Residual volume