An African American patient has an ashen cast to normally black skin. Which laboratory test results should the nurse review to determine a possible cause of the skin color change?
A. Oxygen saturation and red blood cell count
B. BUN and creatinine
C. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
D. Bilirubin and serum potassium
Answer: C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A 70-year-old woman complains of dry skin and asks for advice. Which advice should the nurse offer to this woman for improving dry skin?
a. Add oil to bath water to keep skin soft. b. Keep bath water between 90° F and 105° F. c. Move to a climate with lower humidity. d. Dry vigorously with a rough towel after bathing.
The nurse manager is aware that conflict is occurring on her unit; however, she is focused on preparing for a state health department visit, so she ignores the problem. A factor that can increase stress and escalate conflict is:
a. The use of avoidance. b. An enhanced nursing workforce. c. Accepting that some conflict is normal. d. Managing the effects of fatigue and error.
The nurse is preparing assignments in a pediatric unit for the night shift. Which of the following would be appropriate to assign the LPN/LVN?
a. A 5-year-old child who had an appen-dectomy about 6 hours ago b. A 4-year-old child admitted for severe epiglottis who is running a fever of 102° F c. A 6-year-old child admitted with dehydration and receiving IV therapy d. A 7-year-old child who has inhalation burns 2 days ago and has a tracheostomy