A nurse palpates a client's ear and finds that the tragus is tender. The nurse suspects which of the following?
A) Otitis media
B) Otitis externa
C) Ruptured tympanic membrane
D) Mastoiditis
B
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They are present when the client ceased to breathe. The family's reaction at the time of death was very emotional, as if they were in a state of disbelief. The nurse interprets this behavior to be A) normal shock when experiencing the loss of a loved one. B) maladaptive coping of the family. C) irrational behavior. D) expression of anger.
Which of the following is a responsibility of many nurse executives (chief nursing officers)?
a. Recruiting, hiring, and training new staff b. Managing day-to-day staff scheduling c. Managing budget for assigned unit d. Participating as a member of the board of directors
The nurse is preparing to admit a 6-year-old child with celiac disease. What clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.)
a. Steatorrhea b. Polycythemia c. Malnutrition d. Melena stools e. Foul-smelling stools
An IVPB is infusing at 0.5 mcg/min. The solution concentration is 50 mcg in 100 mL NS. What is the pump setting in mL/h? Round the answer to the nearest whole number
What will be an ideal response?