The nurse understands which is the primary purpose for intravenous fluid replacement for a client that has a burn injury?
A. Antibiotic administration
B. Maintain blood pressure
C. Electrolyte replacement
D. Administration of pain prescriptions
Answer: B
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What problem or disorder is a major cause of disability in adults under age 54 years in the United States?
A. Accidents B. Morbid obesity C. Coronary artery disease D. Diabetes mellitus type 2
The nurse is working with a client who has problems with fat malabsorption. The nurse should assess the client for signs of:
1. Edema. 2. Vitamin A deficiency. 3. Dehydration. 4. Brittle nails.
You are told you need to work weekends. Your supervisor gives you a pay raise in return
What type of power is your supervisor using? a. Referent b. Expert c. Legitimate d. Reward e. Coercive
The client with Type II DM is admitted with cellulitis of the left leg. The health care provider prescribes sliding scale insulin. The client tells the nurse, "I don't want to take shots. I take pills at home to control my diabetes." Which statement would be the nurses best response?
a) "If your blood sugar cannot be controlled with pills, you must take insulin." b) "I will call your health care provider and communicate your concerns." c) "During illness you may need to take insulin to keep your blood glucose levels down." d) "It sounds like you are worried about taking insulin injects. I will sit down and we can talk."