Which positive physical benefit would relaxation provide for a client who has experienced a stress-related myocardial infarction?
A) Increased pulse
B) Decreased blood pressure
C) Increased oxygen consumption
D) Decreased alpha brain waves
B
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A patient is admitted to the hospital after a head injury. The nurse notes a widening pulse pressure. Which of the following actions is most appropriate?
a. None; this is an expected finding after a head injury. b. Lay the bed flat and check pupil response. c. Raise the head of the bed and notify the RN. d. Give an extra dose of diuretic.
The nurse is aware that cultural competence means having the skills to put cultural knowledge to use in all of the following except:
a. Assessment c. Intervention b. Communication d. Collaboration
The perinatal nurse recognizes that a risk factor for postpartum depression is:
A) Adolescence B) Age >35 years C) Gestational hypertension D) Regular schedule of prenatal care
The nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who has been diagnosed with acute heart failure. The nurse is providing teaching about nutrition. Which statement by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "The baby may need as much as 150 calories/kg/day." B) "Small, frequent feedings are best if tolerated." C) "I need to feed him every hour to make sure he eats enough." D) "Gavage feedings may be required for now."