Antiembolic stockings (TEDs) are ordered for the patient on bed rest after surgery. The nurse explains to the patient that the primary purpose for the elastic stockings is to:
a. keep the skin warm and dry.
b. prevent abnormal joint flexion.
c. apply external pressure.
d. prevent bleeding.
C
The primary purpose of TEDs is to maintain external pressure on the muscles of the lower extremities and thus promote venous return. The primary purpose of TEDs is not to keep the skin warm and dry, prevent abnormal joint flexion, or prevent bleeding. They are used to prevent clot formation due to venous stasis.
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Of the following list of nursing interventions, which would be considered priority when managing a patient with life-threatening myxedematous coma? Select all that apply
A) Administer 3% sodium IV solution to increase sodium levels. B) Administer 50% dextrose to raise glucose levels. C) Place on oxygen therapy to encourage deep breathing. D) Place on a warming bed to raise body temperature. E) Administer sedatives frequently to prevent seizures.
What interventions can the nurse encourage the client to do in order to control thirst and compensate for urine loss?
A) Come to the clinic for IV fluid therapy daily. B) Limit the fluid intake at night. C) Consume adequate amounts of fluid. D) Weigh daily.
When reviewing the report of a phenomenologic study, the nurse finds there is no section that describes or reports the research question. What approach should be used to determine the research question?
a. Examination of the themes that emerged from the study b. Examination of the data analysis methods used in the study c. Examination of the questions or statements posed to the study participants d. Examination and critical analysis of the articles reported in the literature review