Because a patient who has received a lung transplant is at risk for ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) mismatch, it would be a priority for the nurse to monitor
a. blood gases. c. lung sounds.
b. cardiac output. d. blood pressure.
A
V/Q mismatch causes hypoxemia and is monitored with blood gases.
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Psychosocial aspects of communication influencing the nurse-client relationship include such things as cultural values, gestures, and:
a. educational level c. political correctness b. client needs d. client problems
A glucocorticoid is prescribed for a patient
The nurse checks the patient's medical history knowing that glucocorticoid therapy is contraindicated in which disorder? a. Cerebral edema b. Peptic ulcer disease c. Tuberculous meningitis d. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A patient with mental illness asks a psychiatric technician, "What's the matter with me?" The technician replies, "Your wing nuts need tightening." The patient looks bewildered and wanders off
The nurse who overheard the exchange should take action based on: a. violation of the patient's right to be treated with dignity and respect. b. the nurse's obligation to report caregiver negligence. c. preventing defamation of the patient's character. d. supervisory liability.
A victim who was thrown 50 feet in a motor vehicle crash experiences transient consciousness en route to the emergency department. What neurological tests should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
A. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) B. Computed tomography (CT) C. X-rays of the skull and spine and computed tomography (CT) D. Computed tomography (CT) and positron emission tomography (PET)