Which of the following conditions does NOT lead to edema?
A. Obstruction of lymphatic channels
B. Inadequate protein intake (hypoproteinemia)
C. Compression or blockage of a vein or veins
D. Severe dehydration
D
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The nurse is correctly demonstrating the use of a transfer belt when engaging in the following: (Select all that apply.)
a. The belt is placed around the patient's hips. b. The belt is secure, leaving only enough room for the nurse to grasp the belt. c. The nurse stands on the weaker side. d. The nurse holds the belt on the side of the patient.
The campus nurse at a university is assessing a 21-year-old student who presents with a severe nosebleed. The site of bleeding appears to be the anterior portion of the nasal septum
The nurse instructs the student to tilt her head forward and the nurse applies pressure to the nose, but the student's nose continues to bleed. Which intervention should the nurse next implement? A) Apply ice to the bridge of her nose B) Lay the patient down on a cot C) Arrange for transfer to the local ED D) Insert a tampon in the affected nare
Which of the following statements best describes why nurses should contribute whenever possible to their state nursing association political action committee (PAC)?
a. As PACs are a reality of political life, nursing needs to be heard. b. Contributing money may result in a future political appointment. c. Only money really has any influence on legislative votes. d. PACs are being used to increase nursing salaries and working conditions.
The patient has been brought to the emergency department by a family member, who states that she just "doesn't know what to do." The patient often forgets where he is and refuses to bathe or change clothes
He will put things on the stove and forget that he has something cooking. She is obviously concerned for her loved one's safety. The nurse is likely to interpret these symptoms as signs of: a. depression. b. amnesia. c. aphasia. d. Alzheimer's disease.