A child in the ICU exhibits tachycardia, tachypnea, hypertension, and low pulse pressure in the extremities. Which of these signs is the best indicator of inadequate perfusion of blood?
A) Tachycardia
B) Tachypnea
C) Hypertension
D) Low pulse pressure
D
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Which statement best describes assertive communication?
A) It makes you respect yourself and allows you to get what you want. B) Although it is unfeminine, it is a necessary communication skill for female managers. C) It involves rights and responsibilities for all parties in the communication. D) Assertive communication will never offend anyone.
The nurse is performing a physical examination on a client. Which assessment finding leads the nurse to check the client's abdomen for the presence of an acquired umbilical hernia?
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Reducing LDL levels is the first step for both primary and secondary prevention of coronary heart disease
In explaining the benefits of LDL lowering, the nurse explains that for each 1% decrease in LDL there is a 1% decrease in risk for heart disease, so if the client can decrease LDL levels from 160 mg/dl to 120 mg/dl CVD risk will decrease by: 1. 25%. 2. 30%. 3. 10%. 4. 15%.