A mother of a premature newborn questions why a gavage-feeding catheter is placed in the mouth of the newborn, and not in the nose. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "Most newborns are nose breathers."
B. "The tube will elicit the sucking reflex."
C. "A smaller catheter is preferred for feedings."
D. "Most newborns are mouth breathers."
A
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A) Pulse rate on both arms B) Pulse rate on one arm C) Blood pressure in the sitting position D) Blood pressure on both arms E) Blood pressure on one arm
Nurses in all venues have an obligation to provide health education to patients. Who is ultimately responsible for maintaining and promoting health?
A) Classroom teachers B) Parents C) Physicians D) Patients
The nurse is caring for a client recovering from radiation sickness. Which factors does the nurse know will affect the ultimate outcome for this client? Select all that apply.
A) Time to onset of symptoms B) Severity of cutaneous effects C) Total dose of radiation D) Organ damage E) Availability of medical services
A nursing staff in an inpatient psychiatric unit fails to conduct the regularly scheduled group meetings because of staffing problems. Which client right does this impact?
A) Right to refuse treatment B) Right to receive treatment C) Right to confidentiality D) Right to review the treatment plan