Which is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for a newborn who has meconium aspiration syndrome?
1. Pain
2. Hyperthermia
3. Impaired Gas Exchange (lungs and at the cellular level)
4. Altered Nutrition: More Than Body Requirements
3. Impaired Gas Exchange (lungs and at the cellular level)
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An inefficient contraction of the heart that fails to transmit a pulse wave to the peripheral pulse site creates:
a. dysrhythmia. b. tachycardia. c. bradycardia. d. a pulse deficit.
The nurse is caring for an older adult with a diagnosis of hypertension who is being treated with a diuretic and beta-blocker. Which of the following should the nurse integrate into the management of this client's hypertension?
A) Ensure that the patient receives a larger initial dose of antihypertensive medication due to impaired absorption. B) Pay close attention to hydration status because of increased sensitivity to extracellular volume depletion. C) Recognize that an older adult is less likely to adhere to his or her medication regimen than a younger patient. D) Carefully assess for weight loss because of impaired kidney function resulting from normal aging.
The type of joint that has the widest range of motion in all planes is the:
a. ball-and-socket. b. condyloid. c. gliding. d. saddle.
What are important teaching points for a patient with ulcerative colitis? Select all that apply
1. Stress reduction techniques, such as relaxation 2. Report any illness to the gastroenterologist for possible medication adjustment. 3. The child only needs appointments when the symptoms occur. 4. Importance of the regular medication use and possible side effects 5. Teach about the proper cleansing material.