A patient is experiencing a cough. _________________ ______________________ suppress cough by depressing the cough center in the medulla oblongata or the cough receptors in the throat, trachea, or lungs
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Antitussive agents
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The staff nurse observes the student nurse's behavior on the unit, and notes the student is always on time, neat in appearance, and caring toward clients. Which conclusion regarding the student's level of professional commitment is most appropriate?
A) A pattern of behaviors congruent with the nurses' professional code of ethics B) A strong belief in and acceptance of the company's goals, values, and mores C) A willingness to be able to exert control over personal behaviors D) A strong desire to be a part of a group
Which statement best reflects the major limitation of the team nursing model?
1. "The team really needed an extra pair of hands today." 2. "It complicates things when you have a different team each day." 3. "Getting our two new admissions stabilized took up all of my time today." 4. "My nursing assistants need to be in-serviced on how to do a bladder scan."
To maintain normal fluid balance, an adult needs to ingest:
a. 1000 to 1500 mL of fluid a day. b. 1500 to 2000 mL of fluid a day. c. 2000 to 2500 mL of fluid a day. d. 2500 to 3000 mL of fluid a day.
The nurse is aware that factors that make the older adult especially at risk for dehydration include ________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. decreased sense of thirst. b. increased urine concentration. c. increased levels of aldosterone. d. self-imposed restriction of fluid related to fear of incontinence. e. diminished levels of mentation.