A nurse is assisting in performing a cerebral arteriography for a client with a head injury
What is the nurse's role when assisting with this procedure?
A) Restrict excess fluid intake during the arteriography procedure
B) Apply a pressure device after the procedure to prevent scarring
C) Check the insertion site for signs of bleeding every hour
D) Obtain a baseline neurologic assessment prior to the procedure
D
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The nurse would explain to the mother that children who do not receive adequate pain control will be at risk for: 1. Respiratory complications. 2. Urinary complications. 3. Cardiac complications. 4. Bowel complications.
Which food selections would lead to enhanced iron absorption during pregnancy?
a. Eating additional fiber and grains in the diet b. Drinking coffee with meals c. Drinking orange juice d. Including spinach in the diet two to three times a week
A young man with type 1 diabetes runs 3 miles, falls asleep on the sofa, and forgets to eat his next meal. He is likely to experience
a. nephropathy. b. hypoglycemia. c. hyperglycemia. d. diabetic ketoacidosis.
Despite the fact that older adults are proportionately the highest users of health care services, many nurses harbor misconceptions and deficits in practice related to gerontological nursing. What is the most likely solution to this problem?
A) A shift from the treatment of older adults in institutional settings to home care B) Increased nursing education and clinical experience specific to working with older adults C) A focus on early discharge planning for older adults in hospital settings D) Increased use of aggressive pharmacologic interventions in the treatment of acute illnesses in older adults