A patient in the CCU has an obstruction in his coronary arteries that is resulting in oxygen levels that are inadequate to meet the metabolic demands of his myocardial cells. He is exhibiting symptoms of left ventricular heart failure
Which disease does he most likely have?
A) Ischemic cardiomyopathy
B) Nonischemic cardiomyopathy
C) Endocarditis
D) Peripheral vascular disease
A
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Acidosis in the renal system occurs because there are
A) too many bicarbonate ions. B) too many hydrogen ions. C) an equal number of hydrogen and bicarbonate ions. D) too few carbon dioxide molecules in the acid-base balance.
When working with patients on changing health-related behaviors, the nurse understands that the first priority is to
a. assess the patient's knowledge about the behavior. b. determine how motivated the patient is to change. c. establish a collaborative relationship with the patient. d. plan interventions and set goals for behavior change.
A disadvantage of functional nursing is:
a. it serves a large number of patients. b. it utilizes different skill levels to deliver care. c. the patient receives task-focused care. d. the patient receives care from several staff members.
As a patient admitted to the eating disorders unit undresses, a nurse observes that the patient's body is covered by fine, downy hair. The patient weighs 70 pounds and is 5 feet 4 inches tall. Which term should be documented?
a. Amenorrhea b. Alopecia c. Lanugo d. Stupor