The patient has been exposed to significant levels of carbon monoxide. What component of blood does the nurse most need to examine for adverse effects?
A) Plasma volume
B) Neutrophil count
C) Hemoglobin saturation
D) Arterial plasma pH
C
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Which intrapartal assessment should be avoided when caring for a woman with HELLP syndrome?
a. Auscultation of the heart and lungs b. Abdominal palpation c. Checking deep tendon reflexes d. Venous sample of blood
The family of a client with a severe head injury states that they do not understand why the client is being put into a drug coma when brain damage may be present. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "These drugs prevent pain when positioning or suctioning is required." B. "This medication is used to keep people cooperative and calm during painful treatments." C. "This medication is used to decrease the activity of the brain so that additional damage does not occur." D. "This medication will prevent seizures and reduce the need for monitoring intra-cranial pressure."
A female client arrives at a healthcare facility complaining of frequent chest pain that
disappears after some time. Assessment reveals that the pain does not seem to be acute. The physician suspects heartburn. Which question should the nurse ask to validate this interpretation? A) What immunizations have you had? B) When was your last menstrual period? C) Do you have digestive problems? D) Have you passed blood in your stool or urine?
A(n) ________ is a gelatin sheath that contains one dose of medication.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).