A 3-year-old male is diagnosed with Kawasaki disease. Which of the following does the nurse suspect is the most likely cause?
a. A genetic defect causing left heart failure
b. Autoimmune injury to the lymphatic vessels
c. Infectious pericarditis
d. Inflammation of the small capillaries, arteries, and veins
Ans: d. Inflammation of the small capillaries, arteries, and veins
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A. Measure the midpoint of the upper arm. B. Obtain blood for serum transferrin level. C. Examine the lips, gums, and oral cavity. D. Ask for an up-to-date list of medications.
The nurse is employed in a physician's office and is caring for a client present for an annual exam. A blood pressure of 124/84 mm Hg is documented. Following revised guidelines for identifying hypertension, which educational pamphlet is help?
A) Increasing fluids for low blood pressure B) Stress reduction to lower prehypertensive state C) Use of beta-blockers for treatment of hypertension D) Diagnostic testing for determining cardiac functioning
Signs of testicular cancer include which of the following?
A) Hard, fixed, palpable nodule on the testicle B) Indurated, swollen, and tender testicle C) Soft, movable mass on the testicle D) Small testicle with scrotal edema
Studies have shown that which amount of vitamin C along with zinc and arginine helps improve the rate of pressure ulcer healing?
1. 100 mg 2. 250 mg 3. 375 mg 4. 500 mg