Stimulation of the vagus nerve in the rectum:
a. Increases the heart rate
b. Slows the heart rate
c. Increases the respiratory rate
d. Slows the respiratory rate
B
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The nurse is caring for a client who requires an intervention the nurse does not know how to perform. Can the nurse delegate this intervention to another person?
1. No; the nurse should delegate only activities that he or she would be willing and able to do. 2. No; the nurse must transfer the accountability and responsibility for this client to another nurse who knows how to do the skill. 3. Yes; there is no requirement for the nurse to have personal knowledge or expertise in the skill. 4. Yes, but the nurse must then learn to perform the skill within a "reasonable" period of time.
In addition to careful observation for signs of rejection, which of these nursing interventions is appropriate for clients who have undergone a heart transplant?
a. weighing the client weekly b. supporting frequent visits from family members c. encouraging intake of fresh fruits and vegetables d. placing the client in reverse isolation
A newly admitted client asks, "Why do we need a unit schedule? I'm not going to these groups. I'm here to get some rest." Which is the most appropriate nursing reply?
A. "Group therapy provides the opportunity to learn and practice new coping skills." B. "Group therapy is mandatory. All clients must attend." C. "Group therapy is optional. You can go if you find the topic helpful and interesting." D. "Group therapy is an economical way of providing therapy to many clients concurrently."
The most fatal type of burn in the toddler age-group is:
a. Flame burn from playing with matches. b. Scald burn from high-temperature tap water. c. Hot object burn from cigarettes or irons. d. Electric burn from electrical outlets.