Assessment of a client reveals no heart disease. An electrocardiogram is performed and a dysrhythmia is noted. The nurse interprets this finding as reflecting which of the following?
A) Decreased ventricular compliance
B) Peripheral vascular disease
C) Widening pulse pressure
D) Collagen deposits around pacemaker cells
D
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A patient will need vascular access for hemodialysis. Which statement by the nurse accurately describes an advantage of a fistula over a graft?
a. A fistula is much less likely to clot. b. A fistula increases patient mobility. c. A fistula can accommodate larger needles. d. A fistula can be used sooner after surgery.
The nurse is educating a pregnant client about possible complications. The nurse tells the client about possible congenital disorders
The client correctly understands the information presented when the client identifies which disorder as a congenital disorder? A) Clubbed feet B) Chickenpox C) Scarlet fever D) Whooping cough
A person is in sudden cardiac arrest. Which statement is correct?
a. Brain and organ damage can occur within seconds. b. Unless breathing and circulation are res-tored, permanent brain damage occurs. c. Anxiety is a common cause. d. Abdominal thrusts are necessary.
All of the following would be typical findings in a patient who has right-sided heart failure, EXCEPT?
A. Permanent abnormal EKG changes B. Elevated BNP (B-type Natriuretic Peptide) C. Enlarged liver and spleen D. Swelling — bilateral dependent edema