The nurse explains that once a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is in place the CSF is prevented from back-flowing by:
a. Placement of a one-way pressure valve
b. A system of locks along the shunt tubing
c. Organ movement in peritoneal space
d. Gravity
A
A one-way pressure valve that responds to a preset intraventricular pressure allows the fluid to be removed under its own pressure, but does not allow back-flow.
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a. acupressure c. Ayurveda b. acupuncture d. bodymind centering
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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a. Decreased hematocrit b. Increased red blood cells c. Increased leukocytes d. Increased monocytes e. Increased lymphocytes
The nurse is preparing to administer sodium nitroprusside (Nipride) to a client. Which important action related to the administration of this drug does the nurse implement?
a. Assess the client's respiratory rate. b. Administer the medication with gravity tubing. c. Protect the medication from light with an opaque bag. d. Monitor for hypertensive crisis.