After a physical examination of the peripheral and vascular systems, the nurse determines that a patient is at risk for the development of venous disease. What teaching would be appropriate for this patient?
(Select all that apply.)
A) Achieve a normal body weight.
B) Drink an adequate amount of fluids.
C) Avoid prolonged sitting and standing.
D) Limit alcohol intake.
E) Participate in daily exercise.
A, B, C, E
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While assessing an adult client's pulse, the nurse notes an irregular rate. The nurse should assess the pulse by counting the beats for:
1. 2 minutes. 2. 1 minute. 3. 30 seconds and multiply by 2. 4. 15 seconds and multiply by 4.
When the nurse brings the preoperative medication to the client about to have abdominal surgery, she tells the nurse that she does not need the injection because she had a good night's sleep last night. What is the nurse's best first action?
A. Tell the client that her surgeon has ordered the medication; therefore, she should go ahead and take the medication because the surgeon knows what is best. B. Tell the client that the preoperative medication is ordered to reduce the risk of some problems during surgery rather than to ensure adequate rest. C. Appropriately discard the preoperative medication and notify the surgeon. D. Document the client's statement and notify the charge nurse.
Which of the following decreases blood flow and heart rate??
A) Vasodilatation B) Ventricular conduction C) Vasoconstriction D) Total peripheral resistance
What is the best analgesic schedule for a patient with chronic pain?
a. Around the clock b. prn c. qid d. Only when pain is severe, to prevent tolerance