Donald Becker, age 63, is admitted to the hospital with hepatic cirrhosis. Auscultation of the abdomen is included in the assessment. Which sound suggests increased collateral circulation between the portal and the systemic venous systems?
A) Bruit
B) Borborygmi
C) Friction rub
D) Venous hum
D
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A multidisciplinary plan that schedules clinical interventions over an anticipated time frame for high-risk, high-volume, high-cost types of cases is known as a ___________ ____________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
For which of the following would a code of -1 not be a legitimate value?
a. Dummy coding b. Effect coding c. Orthogonal coding d. All of the above
Lorazepam (Ativan) is ordered to be given through the intravenous route for a client with status epilepticus. The client currently has an intravenous infusion of dextrose 5% and 0.9% normal saline at the rate of 125 mL/hr
Which action demonstrates the correct administration of this medication by the nurse? 1. Administering Ativan by slow IV injection over a 2- to 4-minute period. 2. Injecting the Ativan quickly via IV push. 3. Discontinuing the intravenous infusion prior to administering the medication. 4. Mixing the Ativan in a 50cc bag of NS and administering piggyback over 30 minutes.
Which patient would benefit from a beta1 agonist? A patient with:
1. heart failure. 2. hypertension. 3. a history of respiratory allergies. 4. glaucoma.