The nurse is preparing to palpate the breasts of a female client. Which technique would be most appropriate?
A) Use the flat pads of three fingers.
B) Use the fingertips of both hands.
C) Palpate over the client's own hand.
D) Use the palm of one hand.
A
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A client with advanced ALS is admitted to the hospital. Because of manifestations that are common in clients with ALS, the nurse should
a. attempt to institute bowel-training activities. b. provide the client with small, frequent feedings. c. obtain an order for intermittent catheterization. d. orient the client to his or her surroundings frequently.
Patients on bed rest or otherwise immobile are at risk for
a. Increased metabolic rate. b. Increased diarrhea (peristalsis). c. Altered metabolic function. d. Increased appetite.
The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with angina. Which drug classes are used to treat angina? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. 1. Calcium channel blockers 2. Organic nitrates 3. Alpha blockers 4. Beta blockers 5. Diuretics
The nurse works at community clinic that provides various types of health screenings for members of the community. One day, the nurse provides tuberculin tests for a group of new hospital employees. Which type of screening procedure is this?
A) Mass screening B) Selective screening C) Multiphasic screening D) Case finding