A nurse is assessing a new patient who is diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease. The nurse cannot feel the pulse in the patient's left foot. What could the nurse use to assess the blood flow in the patient's left foot?
A) An ultrasound machine
B) A stethoscope
C) A fetoscope
D) Doppler ultrasound
D
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Your response includes: a. ongoing workload for nurses to classify patients b. capturing holistic patient needs c. data readily available d. capturing typical nursing time
Which of the following is essential for a successful health-promotion plan?
a. Assumption of personal responsibility b. Detection of disease c. Early implementation of therapy d. Virginia Henderson
Sally (RN) and Melissa (RN) have shared an ongoing conflict since the first day that Melissa worked on the unit. Sally has confided to another colleague that she doesn't even know why the conflict started or what it was about
This is an example of: a. How expectations and objectives need to be made clear in team situations. b. The need to encourage open discussion of disagreements in opinions. c. The importance of involving all staff in discussions in group settings. d. The enduring nature of first impressions.
What is the most common side effect of antihistamines?
a. Drowsiness b. Weight gain c. Difficulty breathing d. Excessive urination