What causes exertional angina?
A. Gradual weakening of cardiac tissue in the left ventricle
B. Vasospasm of one or more of the coronary arteries
C. Complete blockade of coronary arteries by blood clots
D. Insufficient coronary blood flow due to atherosclerotic plaques
Answer: D
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A 10-year-old child is brought to the emergency department by the rescue squad from the scene of a house fire. The child is confused and agitated. Which action by the nurse is the priority for this child?
A. Assess the child for a head injury. B. Give the child 100% oxygen. C. Obtain a complete history of the fire. D. Wait for the parents to obtain consent.
A patient admitted to the medical unit with HF is exhibiting signs and symptoms of pulmonary edema. The nurse is aware that positioning will promote circulation. How should the nurse best position the patient?
A) In a high Fowler's position B) On the left side-lying position C) In a flat, supine position D) In the Trendelenburg position
During an admission assessment the nurse learns that an older client experiences leg soreness. What should this information indicate to the nurse? (Select all that apply.)
1. All older clients have body soreness. 2. The client needs to be assessed for pain. 3. The client could be denying the presence of pain. 4. Body soreness is an expected assessment finding with an older client. 5. Additional information is needed about the use of over-the-counter medications.
Which statement by the nurse is correct regarding treatment with methadone (Dolophine)?
1. Methadone (Dolophine) can only be safely administered for 1 month. 2. Methadone (Dolophine) is only administered when the client is tempted to use illegal drugs. 3. Methadone (Dolophine) can only be administered by IV. 4. Methadone (Dolophine) treatment continues for many months or years, until the patient decides to enter a total withdrawal treatment program.