The nursing assistant determines that the patient's pulse is thready. The nursing assistant determined this through
A) inspection
B) palpation
C) auscultation.
D) percussion.
B
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A) Lie supine for 1 minute after instillation. B) Apply pressure for 2 minutes over the tear duct. C) Apply pressure for 5 minutes over the tear duct. D) Remain still for 10 minutes after instillation
_______________________ environment is another term that refers to the time when the new system is in operation
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The emergency department has been notified of a potential bioterrorism attack. Which action by the nurse is priority?
a. Monitor for specific symptoms. b. Manage all patients using standard precautions. c. Transport patients quickly and efficiently through the elevators. d. Prepare for post-traumatic stress associated with this bioterrorism attack.
During a physical examination, the nurse notes that the patient's skin is dry and flaking. What additional data would the nurse expect to find to confirm the suspicion of a nutritional deficiency?
a. Hair loss and hair that is easily removed from the scalp b. Inflammation of the tongue and fissured tongue c. Inflammation of peripheral nerves and numbness and tingling in extremities d. Fissures and inflammation of the mouth