Elevating the head of the bed to the maximum allowed amount of 30 degrees for a patient in balanced suspension traction helps to promote normal elimination by which of the following?
a. Decreasing peristaltic movement
b. Promoting contraction of the thigh muscles
c. Strengthening the resistance of the internal and external sphincters
d. Exerting increased pressure on the rectum
D
To help patients evacuate contents normally and without discomfort, recommend interventions that stimulate the defecation reflex or increase peristalsis. Helping the patient into an upright sitting position increases pressure on the rectum and facilitates use of intraabdominal muscles. Patients who have had surgery have muscular weakness or mobility limitations and benefit from the use of elevated toilet seats.
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A) Psychiatric nursing B) Infection control C) Maternity nursing D) Pediatric nursing
The nurse notes that the patient who has undergone cardiac surgery is now nauseated, restless, confused, and experiencing peaked tall T waves in the ECG. The nurse suspects the patient may be experiencing symptoms of:
A) Hypocalcemia B) Hypercalcemia C) Hyperkalemia D) Hypermagnesemia
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Identify an accurate statement about cocaine.
A. Cocaine is absorbed from the intestinal tract and from all mucous membranes. B. Cocaine has a longer duration of action than amphetamines. C. Cocaine is least effective when administered intranasally. D. Cocaine is ineffective when taken orally.