A nurse is caring for an 88-year-old client who has a history of atrial fibrillation. The client arrives at the emergency department unconscious after a fall in the bathroom
The client has a small superficial laceration on the forehead and is diagnosed with a hemorrhagic stroke. Which of the following assessments can best determine the source of the bleeding of this patient?
A) assessing hemoglobin and hematocrit
B) evaluating blood loss from the laceration
C) assessing liver function studies
D) reviewing medications taken and INR levels
D
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a. Unable to have an erection b. Attracted to members of the other sex c. Attracted to members of the same sex d. Attracted to both sexes
A diagnostic tool for pinworms is:
1. X-rays. 2. An ultrasound. 3. A tape Test. 4. A blood sample.
Wearing gloves is not necessary when providing routine mouth care.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A nursing student is volunteering with a local agency to help prepare his community for a potential bioterrorist attack. On which of the following threats should he focus?
A. Hurricane B. Earthquake C. Anthrax D. Tornado