A percussion hammer is used to:
a. Examine the eardrum
b. Test reflexes
c. Examine the tympanic membrane
d. Test hearing
B
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a. Instruct the children to visit at the bedside one at a time. b. Inform family that children cannot visit patients undergoing radiation. c. Put chairs in the hall for "long-distance" visitation. d. Allow visitation of only 3 minutes without any physical contact.
The health care provider has ordered intravenous (IV) diazepam (Valium) for the client in status epilepticus. During administration, it is most important for the nurse to assess for which result from this drug?
1. Tachycardia 2. Level of consciousness 3. Hypotension 4. Respiratory depression
A developmental task to be mastered during the preschool years is to recognize self as a family member.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
An ultrasound of a fetus' heart shows that "normal fetal circulation is occurring." Which of the following statements is consistent with the finding?
a. A right to left shunt is seen between the atria. b. Blood is returning to the placenta via the umbilical vein. c. Blood is returning to the right atrium from the pulmonary system. d. A right to left shunt is seen between the umbilical arteries.