In their early stages, district nursing was sponsored by which of the following?
A) Religious organizations
B) Private philanthropy
C) Contributions
D) Public funding
A
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Shortly after they sat down, Martha said she had indigestion and went to take some antacid tablets. An hour later, she began to feel warm, restless, and anxious. Her husband noticed she was looking pale and said he would take her to a nearby walk-in clinic. By the time they arrived, Martha said her left arm and shoulder were sore. Suspecting Martha was having a heart attack, her husband turned the car around and rushed her to the hospital. Three hours after the onset of her symptoms, Martha was receiving oxygen, fibrinolytic therapy, and nitroglycerin in the emergency ward. Afterward, she was moved to the cardiac unit for STEMI. An ECG of Martha's heart demonstrated an elevated ST segment. What are the physiological effects of myocardial ischemia that produce this finding? What variables affect the ECG tracing of a patient with ACS? What are the benefits of administering fibrinolytic therapy, nitroglycerin, and oxygen in the early management of STEMI? What is the inflammatory response in the postinfarction recovery period? Why will Martha's heart function be compromised after her STEMI?
You are the nurse caring for a patient who is immobile due to a hunting accident. You know to assess for the development of pressure ulcers on this patient. Why would you know to do this?
A) You know that this patient will be immobile only until the cast comes off. B) You know that this patient has a lot of support in maintaining proper alignment. C) You know that the risk for pressure ulcers is directly related to the duration of immobility. D) You know that the risk for pressure ulcers is related to what caused the immobility.
A nurse is interviewing a client who is distressed over the loss of a job that the client has worked for 15 years. Which questions would best assist the nurse determining the client's appraisal of the situation? Select all that apply
A) What resources do you rely on in difficult times? B) Have you ever experienced a similar situation; if so, what did you do? C) Who do you think is to blame for this situation? D) What options are available to you at this time?
A school-age client is hypokalemic. The nurse is helping the client complete her menu. Which food selection will the nurse encourage for this client?
1. A hamburger with French fries 2. Pizza with a fruit plate 3. Chicken strips with chips 4. A fajita with rice