A nurse is caring for a client who has undergone resection of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Which action should the nurse implement to prevent graft occlusion?
A. Monitoring urine output
B. Monitoring bowel sounds
C. Checking pedal pulses distal to the graft site
D. Limiting elevation of the head of the bed to 45 degrees
Ans: D. Limiting elevation of the head of the bed to 45 degrees
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a. Evaluate a patient's ability to administer eye drops. b. Use a Snellen chart to check a patient's visual acuity. c. Teach a patient with otosclerosis about use of sodium fluoride and vitamin D. d. Check the patient's external ear for signs of irritation caused by a hearing aid.
Which of the following is an herbal substance that is mixed with water and taken orally to soothe and relax the airway and relieve cough?
a. licorice c. mullein b. lavender d. rosemary