Name the two major disturbances of cardiac sphincter function and briefly describe them
What will be an ideal response?
The two major disturbances are called cardiospasm, which is the failure of the cardiac sphincter to open properly, and incompetent cardiac sphincter, which is the inability of the sphincter to remain properly closed. This latter condition can lead to a condition called reflux esophagitis.
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Information that the LPN/LVN may collect during a complete health history includes: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Vital signs. 2. Dietary habits. 3. Impairments. 4. Medication history. 5. Height.
Which of the following is an example of paternalistic behavior?
A) telling a patient that a painful procedure will not hurt B) intercepting a visitor's gift of candy to a patient with diabetes C) deciding to close the intensive care unit when all beds are full D) discussing a patient's condition with the patient's roommate
A patient is hospitalized for depression and suicidal ideation after their spouse asks for a divorce. Select the nurse's most caring comment
a. "Let's discuss some means of coping other than suicide when you have these feelings." b. "I understand why you're so depressed. When I got divorced, I was devastated too." c. "You should forget about your marriage and move on with your life." d. "How did you get so depressed that hospitalization was necessary?"
Why do the heels have the greatest incidence of breakdown, even when the patient is on the
most advanced specialty bed? What will be an ideal response?