A client with pheochromocytoma has to undergo adrenalectomy. Which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse perform before the surgery?
A) Initiate prescribed corticosteroid administration.
B) Start IV administration.
C) Monitor blood pressure (BP) frequently.
D) Monitor for the signs of adrenal insufficiency.
C
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1. Are known teratogens during pregnancy 2. May not be refilled; a new prescription must be written 3. Have a low abuse potential 4. May be dispensed without a prescription unless regulated by the state
In an ongoing effort to help improve quality of health care as well as decrease preventable medical errors, CMS established a list of "never errors" for which they will no longer reimburse the health care facility through Medicare
What "error" will no longer be reimbursed by Medicare? A) Pulmonary embolus B) Phlebitis related to an IV catheter C) All surgical site infections D) Lack of compatible donor blood
A client who is 7 months pregnant states, "I'm worried that something will happen to my baby." The nurse's best response is:
a. "There is nothing to worry about." b. "The doctor is taking good care of you and your baby." c. "Tell me about your concerns." d. "Your baby is doing fine."
Approximately how many genes are estimated currently to compose the human genome?
A. 35,000 B. 100,000 C. 500,000 D. Over one million