The cystic fibrosis patient furiously refuses any more manual chest physiotherapy. The nurse could suggest which alternative?
1. Flutter mucus device
2. Increase ambulation to 1 to 2 hours/day
3. Steam inhalator several times a day
4. Drinking 3 quarts of fluid per day
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A flutter mucus clearance device is a hand-held vibrating tool that helps loosen and evacuate secretions in the lung.
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A client admitted with a long history of alcohol abuse is at risk to go through withdrawal and suffer delirium tremens (DTs). The nurse knows to assess the client for:
A) lethargy and fine tremors. B) fever, diaphoresis, and hyperactivity. C) grand mal seizures. D) confusion, delusions, and hallucinations.
Which muscle underlies two-thirds of the breast tissue?
A) Intercostal internus B) Lateral dorsi C) Pectoralis major D) Serratus anterior
The nurse is preparing the information that will be provided to the staff on the next shift. Which of the following should the nurse include in the inter-shift report to nursing colleagues?
1. Audit of client care procedures 2. The client's diagnostic-related group 3. All routine care procedures required by the client 4. Instructions given to the client in a teaching plan