A patient with a history of acute coronary syndrome is having an electrocardiogram (ECG). When interpreting the ECG for potential signs of cardiac ischemia, the nurse should focus on which of the following waveforms and intervals?
A) P wave
B) U wave
C) QT interval
D) ST segment
D
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A patient with quadriplegia resulting from a spinal cord injury says to the rehabilitation nurse, "I'm sick of this interdisciplinary stuff! What is an occupational therapist going to do for me? Can she give me an "occupation?"
The most helpful response the nurse could make is: a. "No, but the occupational therapist can show you how to enjoy some recreational activities." b. "Yes, in a way. The occupational therapist provides training that strengthens muscles you can still control." c. "Maybe. The occupational therapist recommends adaptive equipment that will make you more independent." d. "No, the voc-rehab counselor helps with employment. The occupational therapist helps train you for improved communication skills."
The nurse is analyzing the current trends associated with the delivery of health care services. Which statement is true regarding current trends for the delivery of health care services?
a. A greater percentage of health care is being administered in acute care settings than in the past. b. The acuity level of hospitalized clients is decreasing. c. The number of clients admitted to nursing homes is steadily growing. d. Most children are receiving adequate health care services.
The only treatment for a life-threatening ventricular dysrhythmia is immediate __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The experience of grief is
a. individual and influenced by various factors b. the same for men and women c. the same no matter what the cause of death d. handled by using the usual coping mechan-isms