When starting a patient on levothyroxine for hypothyroidism the patient will need follow-up measurement of thyroid function in:
1. 2 weeks
2. 4 weeks
3. 2 months
4. 6 months
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Which of the following are purposes of the literature review in quantitative research concerning patient compliant with alternating leg pressure stockings (ALPs)? (Select all that apply.)
a. It gives the researcher an overview of anecdotal reports about how it feels to the patient to wear ALPs. b. It allows the researcher to use the data from previous research on ALPs to add to his or her database. c. It allows the researcher to construct theory about compliance with ALPs. d. It gives the researcher something with which to compare his or her findings on compliance with ALPs. e. It allows the researcher to discover previous research in the area of ALPs, so as to identify what is not known (the research gap).
The nurse evaluates the handwashing technique of the UAP. Which behavior by the UAP requires additional training?
1. Rubs sudsy hands for 5-10 seconds 2. Uses warm running water and soap 3. Dries the hands from fingers to wrists 4. Keeps hands and forearms below elbows
While educating a class of nursing students, a nursing instructor teaches which of the following about back massages? Select all that apply
1. Stimulate circulation 2. Decrease circulation 3. Can cause bradycardia 4. Prevent pressure ulcers 5. Can cause vagus nerve stimulation
Melena is:
a. The excessive formation of gas in the stomach and intestines b. Gas or air in the stomach or intestines c. A black, tarry stool d. Excreted feces