What 1819 invention greatly reduced the fear of being buried alive?
a. The EKG
b. The stethoscope
c. The X-ray
d. The lethal injection
B
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a. Not an issue b. To be evaluated daily c. To be carefully avoided d. To be prevented with pain management techniques
Which of the following is a symptom of neuroleptic malignant syndrome that the nurse needs to report to a physician?
A) Tachycardia C) Hallucination B) Weight loss D) Alterations in smell and taste
Which of the following symptoms are seen in clients with severe hyperthyroidism?
A) Tetany B) Exophthalmos C) Buffalo hump D) Striae
A new nurse is caring for a patient who is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. The patient is becoming malnourished because nothing tastes good. Which recommendation by the nurse would be most appropriate for this patient?
a. "Rinse your mouth several times a day to hydrate your taste buds." b. "Blend foods together in interesting flavor combinations." c. "Eat soft foods that are easy to chew and swallow." d. "Avoid adding spices or aromatic ingredients to food to prevent nausea."