A condition that results from a genetic abnormality is known as a(n):
a. inherited disability.
b. congenital disability.
c. acquired disability.
d. nosocomial disability.
a
An inherited disability is genetically transmitted; for
example, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy or spina bifida.
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The nurse knows that which of the following observations of a client during a sleep study would be most likely considered a pathological finding?
A) The client experiences periods of apnea of 5 to 15 seconds in duration. B) The client's intrinsic clock involves a sleep-wake cycle that is consistently 2 hours longer than the actual length of a day. C) The client's PCO2 level is increased, and his PO2 level decreased during deep sleep. D) The client spends the majority of his sleeping hours in deep REM sleep.
The nurse providing care to a client being treated for a hypertensive emergency would monitor the blood pressure to ensure that it is slowly reduced during the therapy to prevent
a. myocardial infarction. b. pulmonary embolism. c. renal ischemia. d. vascular collapse.
Select the nursing action that takes highest priority in providing care for a client diagnosed with an organic brain syndrome
a. Place the client in a group of clients to maintain his social skills. b. Order foods for the client that are attrac-tive and tasty to maintain nutritional sta-tus. c. Provide a safe environment to prevent in-jury. d. Encourage as much self-care as possible to maintain independence.
A patient with antidiuretic hormone deficiency is receiving desmopressin (DDAVP). The nurse will teach this patient to:
a. avoid grapefruit juice. b. increase sodium intake. c. monitor blood pressure. d. reduce fluid intake.