After use, a reusable cold pack is:
a. Cleaned
b. Emptied
c. Discarded
d. Refilled
A
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A. Abdominal palpation B. Fetal heart tracing C. Maternal vital signs D. Intrauterine pressure
Acid–base imbalance and organ regulation is important to the functioning of the body. The lungs and kidneys are two main organs that control the ratio of carbonic acid to bicarbonate
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A woman with preterm labor is receiving magnesium sulfate. Which finding would require the nurse to intervene immediately?
A) Respiratory rate of 16 breaths per minute B) Diminished deep tendon reflexes C) Urine output of 45 mL/hour D) Alert level of consciousness
What nursing consideration is important when suctioning a young child who has had heart surgery?
a. Perform suctioning at least every hour. b. Suction for no longer than 30 seconds at a time. c. Expect symptoms of respiratory distress when suctioning. d. Administer supplemental oxygen before and after suctioning.