The nurse is consulting with the physical therapist to design an exercise program for patients with peripheral vascular disease. Which patient is a candidate for an exercise program?
a. Patient with severe rest pain
b. Patient with intermittent claudication
c. Patient with gangrene
d. Patient with venous ulcers
Answer: b. Patient with intermittent claudication
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When teaching this patient about risks associated with postural hypotension, what should the nurse emphasize? A) Rising slowly from a lying or sitting position B) Increasing fluids to maintain BP C) Stopping medication if dizziness persists D) Taking medication first thing in the morning
The nurse preparing a patient care plan utilizes the nursing diagnosis Enhanced Spiritual Well-Being to address which aspects of the patient? (Select all that apply.)
1. Sense of inner peace 2. Sense of meaning 3. Sense of world unity 4. Sense of purpose in life 5. Sense of relationship with others
To auscultate for S3 or S4 gallops in the mitral area, the nurse listens with the
a. bell of the stethoscope with the patient in the left lateral position. b. diaphragm of the stethoscope with the pa-tient in a supine position. c. bell of the stethoscope with the patient sitting and leaning forward. d. diaphragm of the stethoscope with the pa-tient lying flat on the left side.
A physician writes a "do not resuscitate" order for a competent client. Which individual may give permission for this order?
a. The client's spouse b. The client's only child c. The client d. Any close blood-related relative