List three types of movements that may be visible when you are inspecting an adult's abdomen
What will be an ideal response?
Inspect for aortic pulsations, peristalsis, and respiratory pattern.
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Which of the following statements is true concerning anti-arrhythmic drugs?
A. Amiodarone is the only one not associated with increased mortality and it has a very favorable side effect profile. B. Both long-acting and short-acting calcium channel blockers are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. C. Most anti-arrhythmics have a low toxic/therapeutic ratio and some are exceedingly toxic. D. Anti-arrhythmic therapy should be initiated in the hospital for all patients.
A client has been taking oral anticoagulant therapy for a number of years secondary to atrial fibrillation. Which client statement alerts the nurse to assess more closely for the development of drug-induced hepatitis?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "I seem to be making more urine that normal." 2. "My stools are a funny light yellow color." 3. "I need an ointment to keep my skin from itching so much." 4. "My legs hurt when I walk very far." 5. "I seem to be very thirsty most of the time."
If the fire alarm sounds, which of the following is the first step in a sequence of emergency procedures?
A. Race to get the fire extinguisher. B. Activate 911 and the emergency team. C. Calmly remove all patients to a safe zone. D. Evacuate all staff members behind the fire doors.
A sexually active adolescent asks the school nurse about the use of latex condoms and the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). What should the nurse tell the adolescent?
A. Use of a latex condom can prevent transmission of STIs B. The only way to prevent transmission of STIs is abstinence C. Use of a latex condom is a good method for preventing pregnancy D. A spermicide needs to be used along with a condom to prevent transmission of STIs