Which of the following diagnostic tests evaluates the efficiency or inefficiency of the heart to pump blood?
A) Echocardiography
B) Chest radiography
C) Computed tomography scan
D) Multiple gated acquisition (MUGA) scan
D
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A nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a client who is receiving diuretic therapy. The nurse determines that the client is at risk for electrolyte imbalance based on which results? Select all that apply
A) Potassium 4.5 mEq/L B) Sodium 139 mEq/L C) Magnesium 2.0 mEq/L D) Sodium 124 mEq/L E) Potassium 2.9 mEq/L
What is Affirmative Action legislation?
A) Requires a quota system B) Is aimed at preventing discrimination C) Actively seeks underemployed groups to fill job vacancies D) Encourages reverse discrimination
A nurse is reviewing the blood work of a client who has recently begun treatment for type 2 diabetes. Which results would indicate that the client is on target with therapy?
1. HBA1C level is 8.4%. 2. HBA1C level is 6.3%. 3. Fasting blood glucose is 130 g/dL. 4. Fasting blood glucose is 100 g/dL. 5. Fasting blood glucose is 68 g/dL.
A nursing committee developed an evidence-based intervention that the committee would like to initiate institution-wide. Which step should the committee take now to implement the intervention?
a. Conduct a small pilot study involving the proposed change. b. Invite nursing experts in the city to review the proposed change. c. Poll the nursing staff to determine their attitude toward change. d. Ask the charge nurse to propose the change to administration.