A 55-year-old male patient has been admitted to the hospital with a gastrointestinal bleed, and the patient has just experienced a generalized seizure that may be attributable to alcohol withdrawal
When providing immediate care during the patient's seizure, what nursing diagnosis should be prioritized?
A) Impaired gas exchange
B) Acute pain
C) Acute confusion
D) Risk for impaired skin integrity
A
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An IV of Pronestyl 3 g in 500 mL D5W is infusing at 30 mL/hr. What dose is the client receiving? _______________
a. 3 mg/hr b. 3 mg/min c. 180 mg/min d. 30 mg/min
The transitional stool of the newborn usually occurs by the 3rd day and is:
a. green brown-yellow brown c. grayish b. clay color d. light yellow-light green
What is the fundamental physiologic manifestation of anemia?
a. Hypotension b. Hyperesthesia c. Hypoxia d. Ischemia
A nurse has begun working with a client who would likely benefit from home health care. Which of the following variables has the most potential to affect the course of this client's care?
A) Deinstitutionalization B) Preferred provider arrangements C) Authorization for home care services D) Demographic changes