Which physical assessment technique would best determine chest excursion?
A) Inspection
B) Palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
B
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a. These symptoms are the result of a toxic dose of the drug. b. These symptoms are the result of oxytocic and smooth muscle effects of the drug. c. These symptoms are the result of onset of acute renal failure. d. These symptoms are the result of an idiosyncratic drug response.
The nurse is trying to determine the type of mental status changes a client is demonstrating. Which condition is of the shortest duration by definition?
a. Acute confusion b. Dementia c. Alzheimer's disease d. Depression
The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery. The patient received a hypnotic medication the night prior and the nurse is administering midazolam (Versed) and atropine. The patient asks why all of these medications are necessary
The nurse will tell the patient that they are given for which reason? a. To decrease the amount of general anesthesia needed b. To minimize post-operative drowsiness c. To prolong the anesthetized state d. To speed up anesthesia induction
A patient has been prescribed rasagiline (Azilect). Which foods must the nurse teach the patient to avoid? (Select all that apply.)
a. Green leafy vegetables b. Aged cheeses c. Sour cream d. Fresh apples and pears e. Soy sauce