Mourning before someone dies is called ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
anticipatory grief
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The nurse identifies assessment findings for an African-American client with preeclampsia. Blood pressure is 158/100 mmHg; urinary output 50 mL/hour; lungs clear to auscultation; urine protein 1+; 1+ edema hands, feet, ankles
On the next hourly assessment, which new assessment finding would indicate worsening of the condition? A) Blood pressure 158/100 mmHg B) Platelet count 150,000 C) Urinary output 20 mL/hour D) Reflexes 2+
In caring for a client with post-mastectomy breast reconstruction using a subpectoral implant, the nurse would stress that the client can prevent capsule formation by
a. using daily heat applications. b. keeping the implant very soft. c. not wearing a bra until the implant drops. d. wearing a bra at all times.
What is the purpose of the alveolar macrophages?
a. to produce mucus c. to remove foreign particles b. to produce surfactant d. to release histamine
A nurse has just administered a medication when suddenly realizing that more medication was given than was ordered. Which action should the nurse take?
a. Call the patient's physician and report the error. b. Say nothing about the medication error and continue to monitor the patient. c. Document the dose that was supposed to be given in the medical record. d. Document the amount given in the medi-cal record but keep the error quiet.