The nurse is caring for a patient using a 5-lead continuous cardiac monitor system. To monitor lead V6, where does the nurse places the chest electrode?
A) Fourth intercostal space on right sternal border
B) Right shoulder on muscle tissue close to bone
C) Left shoulder on muscle tissue close to bone
D) Fifth intercostal space on left mid-axillary line
D
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During an examination, a patient states that she was diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma 2 years ago. The nurse assesses for characteristics of open-angle glaucoma. Which of these are characteristics of open-angle glaucoma? Select all that apply
a. Patient may experience sensitivity to light, nausea, and halos around lights. b. Patient experiences tunnel vision in the late stages. c. Immediate treatment is needed. d. Vision loss begins with peripheral vision. e. Open-angle glaucoma causes sudden attacks of increased pressure that cause blurred vision. f. Virtually no symptoms are exhibited.
A client must take four tabs per day for 14 days. How many tablets should the pharmacy supply to fill this order? ______
ANS:
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about common adverse reactions associated with rifampin (Rifadin). Which of the following would the nurse include? Select all that apply
A) Discoloration of body fluids B) Vertigo C) Joint pain D) Nausea E) Rash
An occupational health nurse works in a chemical plant that follows the precautionary principle. Which of the following actions exemplifies this principle?
A) Taking preventative action even with uncertainty about the threat to health B) Taking preventative action only when scientific evidence points to a threat to health C) Taking action only when a cause-and-effect relationship has been proven D) Taking action only when the risk is unacceptable