A levonorgestrol-releasing intrauterine system device that is used for contraception is:
a. OrthoEvra c. NuvaRing
b. Mirena d. Implanon
B
Mirena, a levonorgestrol-releasing intrauterine system device, is placed in the uterus, providing contraception for 5 years. The small, soft T-shaped polyethylene frame has a hormone reservoir on the vertical stem that slowly releases the hormone. Cervical mucus thickens, sperm migration is inhibited, and the uterine lining becomes thinner. Mirena must be placed and removed by a health care provider.
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A) Increased use of medications to offset adverse effects B) Extended time needed in the unit C) Decreased nursing support needed D) Increased analgesics needed
The nurse knows that the client who is diagnosed with heart failure has a higher mortality rate. The best way to help decrease the incidence of heart failure is to:
1. Teach clients about modifiable risk factors. 2. Teach clients about the higher incidence of sudden cardiac death. 3. Discuss the higher mortality with the health care provider. 4. Discuss heart failure statistics at a nursing meeting.
A strategy a nurse might use to improve critical thinking skills is to
a. avoid challenging situations. b. take observations at face value. c. think about the meaning of relevant theory while giving patient care. d. implement the first solution thought of when solving patient care problems.
________ is a high-pitched, musical sound that occurs through a narrowed airway. It is frequently seen in patients with asthma, bronchitis, or allergies.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).