A neonate arrives at the ICU following surgery for repair of a cleft palate. The nurse learns from the anesthesiologist's report that the patient received general anesthesia and that little blood was lost during the surgery
What is the most likely postsurgical complication for this patient, and what intervention should the nurse immediately implement?
A) Hypothermia; heated blankets and warm IV fluids
B) Hypotension; intravenous fluids
C) Hypoxemia; supplemental oxygen
D) Hypoventilation; stir-up regimen
A
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After a symptom is recognized, the first effort at treatment is often self-care. Which of the following statements about self-care is true? "Self-care is:
a. Not recognized as valuable by most health care providers." b. Usually ineffective and may delay more effective treatment." c. Always less expensive than biomedical alternatives." d. Influenced by the accessibility of over-the-counter medicines."
Urine osmolality is increased in which of the following conditions?
A) SIADH B) Addison's disease C) Renal disease D) All of the above are correct.
The nurse was very pleased. A health screening had been held, and 22 persons were found to test positive. The nurse reported the number and names to the director. However, what is even more important than reporting the names?
A. Be sure each client had identification so no false names could be used. B. Keep legal documentation of both negative and positive results. C. Tell those who tested positive where they might go for treatment. D. Use the cheapest testing approach possible.
The nurse is caring for a client who has both a superficial and a systemic fungal infection. Which drugs can be used to treat both infections?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Ketoconazole (Nizoral) 2. Voriconazole (Vfend) 3. Itraconazole (Sporanox) 4. Fluconazole (Diflucan) 5. Nystatin (Mycostatin)