A patient whose spleen is ruptured will show a positive ________ sign
a. Battle
b. Gower
c. Grey Turner
d. Kehr
D
A Kehr sign is severe pain in the subscapular area of the shoulder, usually the left shoulder, and is evidence of a ruptured spleen.
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Select all that apply. 1. While voiding, stop the flow of urine and hold for a few minutes. 2. Tighten the muscles around the anus to resist defecation. 3. Take a deep breath and hold while performing the exercise. 4. Perform these exercises at least once per day. 5. Perform these exercises for at least several months.
An LPN/LVN offers input to the RN about the effectiveness of the patient's care plan. By doing this, the LPN/LVN is functioning in an
a. entrepreneurial role. b. expanded role. c. interdependent role. d. independent role.
A client is to receive amphotericin B (Fungizone). The nurse is planning care for the client based on the fact that this medication is administered via which route?
a. Oral b. Intramuscular c. Intravenous d. Subcutaneous
A nurse suspects that a large skin lesion on the patient's forearm is a fungal infection. Which device does the nurse use to confirm his suspicion?
a. Pen light b. Magnification device c. Transilluminator d. Wood lamp