A client presents to the emergency department (ED) complaining of poor appetite, jaundice, low-grade fever, and pain in the right upper quadrant. The nurse is performing an admission assessment. The nurse recognizes these symptoms as:
1. Similar for all of the hepatitis viruses.
2. Hepatitis A.
3. Hepatitis B.
4. Hepatitis C.
Similar for all of the hepatitis viruses.
Rationale: The symptoms for the varying types of hepatitis are all very similar and cannot be distinguished without lab work.
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A. Decreases venous stasis, lowering risks of clotting B. Inhibits prostaglandin, which helps close the PDA C. Provides long-lasting pain and inflammation control D. Reduces swelling around the PDA, making surgery easier
What do Theory X assumptions hold?
A) Putting forth effort is natural. B) Workers are diligent, responsible, and helpful. C) Workers are lazy, uncreative, and indifferent toward work. D) Increased rewards will motivate workers.
A patient who has recently begun taking lithium (Lithibid) calls the clinic to report nausea, vomiting, anorexia, and drowsiness. What will the nurse do next?
a. Contact the provider to obtain an order for a serum lithium level. b. Reassure the patient that these symptoms are common and transient. c. Tell the patient that the lithium dose is probably too low. d. Tell the patient to stop taking the medication immediately.