A client has to undergo a variation of gastrointestinal endoscopy called esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) to detect lesions in the gastrointestinal tract. What should the nurse observe for while assessing the client during the procedure?
A) Signs of perforation
B) The client's level for retaining the barium
C) The client's tolerance for pain and discomfort
D) Gag reflex
C
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A clinic nurse is about to meet with a client diagnosed with a gambling disorder. Which of the following symptoms and/or behaviors is the nurse likely to assess? (Select all that apply.)
1. Stressful situations precipitate gambling behaviors. 2. Anxiety and restlessness can only be relieved by placing a bet. 3. Winning brings about feelings of sexual satisfaction. 4. Gambling is used as a coping strategy. 5. Losing at gambling meets the client's need for self-punishment.
How would the nurse rate the motor strength of a patient who can move his or her arm across the bed but cannot lift it?
A) 1/5 B) 2/5 C) 3/5 D) 4/5
Head lice are most common in which of the following groups of children?
a. African-American children c. Caucasian school-aged boys b. children from Central and South America d. Caucasian school-aged girls