Michael, who has tested HIV-positive, is admitted to the ICU with the medical diagnosis of pneumonia. The nurse knows the patient is more susceptible to infection based upon
A) impaired cell-mediated immune response.
B) impaired humoral immunity.
C) interruption of physical barriers.
D) impaired mononuclear phagocyte system.
A
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A 26-year-old multipara is at 24 weeks' gestation. Her previous births include two large-for-gestational-age babies and one unexplained stillbirth. With this history, what assessment is most important?
1. Breath sounds 2. Hemoglobin and hematocrit 3. Urine and blood glucose 4. Urine for bacteria
The PLISSIT model is a behavior approach to treatment for sexual problems. The "P" stands for:
1. probing. 2. protection. 3. permission. 4. pregnancy.
The physician prescribes meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol), 40 mg stat, for a postoperative client in pain. The medication label states meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol), 50 mg/mL
How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer to the client? (Enter the answer in the space provided.)
James Bates, age 47, and three members of his neighborhood have had their homes robbed and belongings scattered. He contacts the police, and with their assistance, develops a neighborhood watch
The watch is organized and 24 families have been recruited to participate. The watch will be active throughout vacation months and as needed. This organization is representative of A) transtheoretical model. B) theory of reasoned action. C) social learning. D) relapse prevention model.