Why is it necessary for a nurse to report extremes of emotions or disturbances in the thought process of a client with cardiovascular disorder to the physician?
A) Because it is an indication of an impending heart failure
B) Because the client may develop anxiety disorder
C) Because it interferes with the diagnostic testing and prescribed therapy
D) Because it creates anxiety during the diagnostic testing
C
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What is the MOST important nursing intervention for the infant who has acute gastroenteritis?
a. administering antibiotics prophylactically b. ensuring adequate hydration and replacing lost fluids c. ensuring that immunizations are current d. providing frequent small feedings
The 80-year-old woman newly admitted to a long-term care facility complains of intense itching in her axillae and antecubital fossa. There are small red lesions in linear patterns. What condition does the nurse suspect?
a. Rosacea b. Keratosis c. Pruritus d. Scabies
The number of deaths of infants younger than 1 year per 1000 live births is known as the _____ rate
a. Birth b. Infant mortality c. Fetal mortality d. Neonatal mortality
The nurse is providing care to a child who is intubated and the child's condition is deteriorating. What would the nurse do first?
A) Check if the tracheal tube is obstructed B) Assess for displacement of the tracheal tube C) Look for signs of a possible pneumothorax D) Check the equipment for malfunction