A client is demonstrating signs of chronic sinusitis. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Facial pain
2. Fever
3. Headache
4. Toothache
5. Fatigue
6. Swollen neck glands
1, 3, 4, 5
Manifestations of chronic sinusitis include facial pain, headache, toothache, and fatigue. Fever and swollen neck glands would indicate the disorder has spread beyond the sinuses.
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A) E. coli B) S. aureus C) Proteus D) Klebsiella
A client is on maintenance lithium therapy for bipolar disorder. The client enters the emergency department complaining of tremors. The client appears to be giddy and confused
A serum lithium level is drawn and is found to be 2 mEq/L. The nurse would anticipate: a. holding the next dose of lithium. b. administering the next dose of lithium at the next scheduled time. c. administering the next dose of lithium STAT. d. administering a dose of lithium double the normal dose.
A nurse is providing nursing education about the use of atypical antipsychotic agents and their effects on the body. Which statement made by a nurse best demonstrates an accurate understanding of the effects of atypical antipsychotic agents?
a. They cause a higher rate of relapse. b. They affect only the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. c. They cause more extrapyramidal symptoms. d. They pose a risk of weight gain and diabetes mellitus.
When can you leave a person on a stretcher unattended?
a. After the safety straps are on b. After the side rails are raised c. After the person is transported d. Never