What signs and symptoms might lead to diagnostic studies for signs of pulmonary embolism?
What will be an ideal response?
Unexplained dyspnea, cough, or pleuritic chest pain in a predisposed patient
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In light of a recent terrorist threat involving a potent neurotoxin, the staff of a large urban hospital are participating in a preparedness exercise
The Incident Command System (ICS) has specified that staff would likely require level A protection, which would consist of: A) Gloves, gown, and safety shield B) An N-95 mask and a face shield C) A self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) D) A self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and a chemical-resistant suit
What can a nurse researcher use to restrict the study population to homogeneous groups of subjects?
a. Sampling b. Self-selection c. Eligibility criteria d. Defining study limitations
The nurse is caring for a child who has a temperature of 30° C (86° F). What physical effects of hypothermia should the nurse expect to observe in this child? (Select all that apply.)
a. Reduced urinary output b. Injury to peripheral tissue c. Increased blood pressure d. Tachycardia e. Irritability with loss of consciousness f. Rigid extremities
32.8°F converted to Celsius is ________ °C. (round to nearest tenth)
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word