Which of the following conditions would best utilize the assessment technique of transilluminatation?
A. Palpating for inguinal hernia
B. Observing for hydrocele
C. Observing for phimosis
D. Palpating for tender testes
Answer: B. Observing for hydrocele
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a. NSAIDs b. Antidysrhythmics c. ACE inhibitors d. Calcium channel blockers e. Beta-blockers
Upon review of the client's orders, the nurse notes that the client was recently started on an anticoagulant. What is an appropriate consideration when assisting the client with morning hygiene?
A) Provide the client with an electric shaver. B) Provide the client with a firm bristled toothbrush. C) Do not allow the client to shower. D) Avoid massaging the client's back with lotion.
The Health and Human Services (HHS) regulations of the amended Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) implemented in April 2003:
a. allow psychotherapists to release client information without client consent b. provide for a separate client authorization to release psychotherapy notes c. do not address privacy of electronic records d. allow each therapist to exercise his or her own judgment as to what information to release
The nurse asks a nursing student if any systemic signs and symptoms were present when assessing a 5-year-old client. Which answer would demonstrate that the nursing student understood?
1. Itchy, red rash 2. Vesicles present 3. Fever and headache 4. Blistering