A pregnant client has been admitted with complaints of brownish vaginal bleeding. Examination finds an elevated hCG level, absence of fetal heart sounds, and a discrepancy between the uterine size and the gestational age
The nurse interprets these findings to suggest which of the following?
A) Ectopic pregnancy
B) Placenta previa
C) Molar pregnancy
D) Abruption of placenta
C
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The nurse is evaluating a patient who has a chest tube. To properly maintain chest tube function, what is the nurse's best action?
a. Strip the tube every hour to maintain drainage. b. Place the device below the patient's chest. c. Double clamp the tubes except during as-sessments. d. Remove the tubing from the drainage de-vice to check for proper suctioning.
Allergy shots, which are injections with an allergen solution, makes use of the theory of
a. naturopathy. b. homeopathy. c. chiropractic. d. shiatsu.
Palliative care is based on interdisciplinary collaboration. How does interdisciplinary collaboration differ from multidisciplinary practice?
A) It is based on the participation of clinicians without a team leader. B) It is based on clinicians of varied backgrounds integrating their separate plans of care. C) It is based on communication and cooperation. D) It is based on expertise and patient preference.
A patient has a negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) unit in place. How often should the nurse plan to change the dressing associated with this device?
1. Every shift 2. Daily 3. Every three days 4. Once a week