A newborn has chronic sustained hypertension but otherwise appears healthy. What diagnostic testing does the healthcare professional facilitate as the priority?

a. Cardiac catheterization
b. Echocardiogram
c. Serum electrolytes
d. Renal function studies


Ans: d. Renal function studies

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The nurse is caring for a client with chronic, well-controlled diabetes who is post-op for a knee replacement. The client is confused by the menu choices as he has been following the ADA diet

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When working with clients and defining the term health, the nurse uses examples from a variety of sources such as Nightingale, the World Health Organization, the President's Commission on Health, and the ANA

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A nurse is implementing the cognitive–behavioral approach to the care of a client with SPMI and recognizes the importance of enhancing self-esteem in members of this population. Which of the following statements is most likely to contribute to this goal?

A) "I'm going to stop reminding you when it's time to take a shower." B) "Let's talk about why you have this pattern of going off your meds every few months." C) "I would really like to see you get to the place where you can hold down a job." D) "I was really impressed with how you handled that conflict in the kitchen."

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