The third time Mr. Maciejewski uses a Passy-Muir valve, he becomes slightly diaphoretic and his respiratory rate increases to 28 per minute. You should
A) do nothing, as this is a normal reaction.
B) apply gloves and remove the valve.
C) use the call signal to notify the nurse.
D) take the patient's blood pressure.
C
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1. Bipolar disorder 2. Depression 3. Schizophrenia 4. Alcohol abuse
When a nurse needs the most up-to-date and accurate information about a drug, the best source is:
A. Physician's Desk Reference. B. Prescriber's Letter. C. Goodman & Gillman's the Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. D. Drug Facts and Comparisons. E. the sales representative from a pharmaceutical company.
Which is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take when telling a preschool child about an upcoming procedure?
a. Explain all the information in detail to the child. b. Speak loudly and clearly to the child. c. Inform the parents of the procedure and ask them to tell the child. d. Use symbolic play to explain the procedure.
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a. Eats only red apples and green grapes b. Exercises 3 times a day every day c. Has lost 25 pounds but wears only pre-loss clothing d. Becomes extremely agitated whenever expected to eat e. Reports fantasies about being able to eat without gaining weight