Which data indicate to the nurse the client who is one day post op right total hip replacement is progressing as expected?
1. Urine output was 160 ml in the past 8 hours
2. Paralysis and parasthesia of the Right leg
3. T 99, P 98, R 20, and BP 100/60
4. Lungs are clear bilaterally in all lobes
4. Lungs are clear bilaterally in all lobes
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After teaching a client with renal cancer who is prescribed temsirolimus (Torisel), the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
a. "I will take this medication with food and plenty of water." b. "I shall keep my appointment at the infusion center each week." c. "I'll limit my intake of green leafy vegetables while on this medication." d. "I must not take this medication if I have an infection or am feeling ill."
Theories that are more specific than middle-range theories and identify specific guidelines for practice are called:
A. grand theories. B. nursing theories. C. practice theories. D. borrowed theories.
Which statement about nicotine and smoking is accurate?
a. Cigars contain higher doses of nicotine than cigarettes. b. Tolerance to nicotine takes days to devel-op. c. Sidestream smoke contains more toxic compounds than mainstream smoke. d. The harsher smoke of pipes and cigars is more hazardous than cigarette smoke.
The nurse is using the SBAR communication tool to communicate with a healthcare provider. Which statement should the nurse use to communicate the background?
A. "I would suggest decreasing the dosage of the medication." B. "The client's mental status is confused." C. "I am calling about Mr. X's blood pressure." D. "I think that the client's medication has caused the confusion."