A patient recovering in the CCU following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery complains of pain in his chest. The patient underwent a sternotomy incision during the surgery
Which of the following types of pain would indicate angina—which may indicate graft failure—as opposed to typical pain resulting from the sternotomy?
A) Radiates to arms
B) Is worse with deep breathing
C) Is worse with movement
D) Is sharp
A
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The nurse assesses a patient who is admitted for an overdose of sedatives. The nurse expects to find which acid-base alteration?
a. Hyperventilation and respiratory acidosis b. Hypoventilation and respiratory acidosis c. Hypoventilation and respiratory alkalosis d. Respiratory acidosis and normal oxygen levels
To be eligible for insurance benefits covering hospice care, a physician must certify that the patient's:
Choose all that apply. 1) Life expectancy is not more than 6 months. 2) Life expectancy is not more than 12 months. 3) Condition is expected to improve slightly. 4) Condition is not expected to improve.
The clinician suspects the patient has a peptic ulcer. Which of the following items on the history would lead the clinician to this conclusion?
a. Use of NSAIDs c. Alcohol (ETOH) consumption b. Cigarette smoker d. All of the above
The nurse is caring for a client experiencing hypovolemic shock. Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Monitor intravenous fluid replacement 2. Monitor vital signs 3. Assess for manifestations of fluid overload 4. Monitor white blood cell count and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels 5. Position for comfort 6. Assist to a sitting position