Using a symptom analysis when asking a client to describe leg pain that he didn't have yesterday gives the nurse clues to the cause
He slept well through the night, but this morning he suddenly developed pain in his left lower leg that is red and too painful to be touched. Nothing would relieve the pain. Based on these data, the nurse suspects this client has:
a. Rheumatoid arthritis.
b. Osteoarthritis.
c. Gout.
d. Tendonitis.
ANS: C
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The nurse is on a committee working toward establishing a rapid response team. What is the most important consideration in establishing such a team?
A) Number of cardiopulmonary arrests in the hospital yearly B) Gaining support of senior hospital leadership C) Availability of nurse practitioner to lead the team D) Identifying possible negative effects on patient outcomes
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What will be an ideal response?
The nurse is caring for a patient admitted to the ED following a fall from a 10-foot ladder. Upon admission, the nurse assesses the patient to be awake, alert, and moving all four extremities
The nurse also notes bruising behind the left ear and straw-colored drainage from the left nare. What is the most appropriate nursing action? a. Insert bilateral ear plugs. b. Monitor airway patency. c. Maintain neutral head position. d. Apply a small nasal drip pad.