Jaundice means:
a. Blood in the stool
b. Yellowish color of the skin or whites of the eyes
c. Inflammation of the liver
d. Light-colored stools
B
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A) Hydrochloric acid B) Bile C) Pancreatic enzymes D) Gastric juice
An older patient with sleep apnea is prescribed continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). What will the nurse explain to the patient about this treatment? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Pressure keeps the airway open. 2. An oral airway is inserted each night. 3. The machine is noisy and will keep the patient awake. 4. Noninvasive treatment is administered through a nasal mask. 5. The face mask is uncomfortable but the patient will get used to it.
Which of the following assessment findings may indicate peripheral neurovascular dysfunction to the nurse?
A) Pale, warm skin with a capillary refill of 1 to 2 seconds B) Absence of feeling, capillary refill of 4 to 5 seconds, and cool skin C) Pain, increased motion, and redness of the skin D) Jaundiced skin, weakness in motion, and capillary refill of 3 seconds
Which grief reactions would the nurse discuss with a patient who is being discharged from the hospital after treatment for major burn injury? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Separation from home and family 2. Potential change in vocation 3. Change in family role patterns 4. Body image change 5. Loss of physical functioning