A tourniquet should remain tied on a patient's arm no longer than:

a. 3 minutes
b. 2 minutes
c. 5 minutes
d. 1 minutes
e. necessary


d. 1 minute

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A) Sepsis B) Pneumonia C) Fecal impaction D) Abdominal pain

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A nurse assessing an immobilized patient for impaired skin integrity due to shear and friction should examine the patient's:

A) Elbows B) Soles of the feet C) Heels D) Knees

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Information given to a depressed client and family when the client begins selective serotonin

reuptake inhibitor antidepressant therapy should include the directive to a. avoid exposure to bright sunlight. b. report increased suicidal thoughts. c. restrict sodium intake to 1 gm daily. d. maintain a tyramine-free diet.

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Which of the following instructions should a nurse provide a client with an automatic implanted cardiac defibrillator?

A) Avoid devices with a magnetic field. C) Avoid driving for at least 3 months. B) Use digital cellular telephones. D) Avoid using microwave ovens.

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