The nurse is preparing to obtain a blood specimen via capillary heel puncture. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do?
A) Apply a cool compress for several minutes before collection
B) Elevate the extremity used after puncturing it
C) Squeeze the area to facilitate specimen collection
D) Wipe away the first drop of blood with dry gauze
D
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The nurse providing discharge teaching to a patient admitted with pericarditis informs him that pericarditis can lead to:
A) Scarring of the mitral valve B) Deformity of the valve leaflets C) Inflammation of the endocardium D) Pericardial effusion
The nurse instructor describes an integrated delivery system and cites the example of
a. a hospital's alignment with several physician groups to increase hospital referral. b. an outpatient clinic in the hospital. c. enrollees of the system being "locked" into the system of care for services. d. providers concerned about generating revenue.
The ideal body weight for a woman who is 5 ft 5 in tall is:
A) 52 kg. B) 57 kg. C) 62 kg. D) 66 kg.
Convert 4 : 5 to a percent: ________
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).