When you are assigned to care for a bariatric patient, try to anticipate your equipment and supply needs in advance.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A patient with thoracic trauma is admitted to the ICU. The nurse notes the patient's chest and neck are swollen and there is a crackling sensation when palpated
The nurse consequently identifies the presence of subcutaneous emphysema. If this condition becomes severe and threatens airway patency, what intervention is indicated? A) A chest tube B) A tracheostomy C) An endotracheal tube D) A feeding tube
Respirations are initiated at birth as a result of:
a. An increase in the PO2 and a decrease in PCO2. b. The continued functioning of the foramen ovale. c. Chemical, thermal, and mechanical factors. d. Drying off the infant.
An older patient asks the nurse, "What can we do to be prepared if there's a disaster in our community?" How should the nurse respond?
1. "There is not really much we can do to be prepared." 2. "Plan to evacuate your home at a moment's notice." 3. "Make sure all your important papers, health information, medication information, and next-of-kin information is in one place." 4. "Make sure you can call your family to come and pick you up if this happens."
A patient tells the nurse he has a "cold" every spring that lasts a few weeks. Which health problem should the nurse suspect the patient is experiencing?
A. Atrophic rhinitis B. Acute viral rhinitis C. Allergic rhinitis D. Vasomotor rhinitis