Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect a problem with the ovaries during palpation?
A) Slight tenderness
B) Walnut sized
C) Immobile
D) Smooth
C
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An older patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is prescribed ranitidine (Zantac). What should the nurse instruct as the mechanism of action of this medication?
1. Neutralizes stomach acid 2. Decreases acid production in the stomach 3. Creates a coating that acts as a protective barrier 4. Increases motility in the esophagus and stomach
Which of the following client care concerns is clearly a nursing responsibility?
A) Prescribing medications B) Monitoring health status changes C) Ordering diagnostic examinations D) Performing surgical procedures
A 43 year old is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus after being admitted to the hospital with an infected foot wound. When applying principles of adult learning, which teaching strategy by the nurse is most likely to be effective:
a) Discuss the importance of blood glucose control in maintenance of long term health b) Demonstrate the correct method for cleaning and redressing the wound to the patient c) Assure the patient that the nurse is an expert on management of diabetes complications
Your psychotic patient states "my arms and legs are on fire." What would be your best response?
A. "That's silly. There is nothing wrong with your legs." B. "Does the fire travel from one side of your body to the other?" C. "That must be distressing. How do you stop it?" D. "I will get you some ice to put out the burning feeling."