A client had had a needle biopsy of the prostate gland using the transrectal approach. Which statement is most important to include in the client teaching plan?
A. the doctor will call you about the test results in a day or two
B. Serious infections may occur as a complication of this test
C. You will need to call the doctor if you develop a fever or chills
D. It it normal to have a small amount of recital bleeding after the test
Answer: C. You will need to call the doctor if you develop a fever or chills
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Given this diagnosis, what may be potential risks for her offspring? A) If chromosome 21 is involved, there is a high risk for producing a child with Down syndrome. B) Since the extremely short fragment only contains a small amount of genetic material, there should be no additional risk than the normal population. C) This translocation of genetic material places the child at high risk for having multiple limb abnormalities. D) Cleft lip with cleft palate is frequently associated with this translocation of genetic material.
The term used to describe an increase in blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and serum creatinine is:
a. oliguria. b. azotemia. c. acute kidney injury. d. prerenal disease.
A client reports to the clinic with complaints of a painful and red right great toe. What information would help identify gout as the causative factor?
1. The client reports drinking several cups of coffee each day. 2. The client is a vegetarian. 3. The client reports that his mother and his brother have gout. 4. The client broke the same leg in a skiing accident last year.
The nurse is preparing to give an injection to a young child. Which technique should the nurse use?
A. Request the parent to leave the room. B. Allow the parent to remain with the child. C. Have the parent restrain the child. D. Place the child in the parent's lap.