For a patient with bleeding esophageal varices, the nurse may administer which of the following pharmacological agents to lower portal hypertension?
A) Apresoline
B) Vasopressin
C) Nitroprusside
D) Amlodipine
B
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In planning the care for a patient exhibiting symptoms associated with hepatitis B, the nurse anticipates that the patient will be maintained on bed rest until:
A) The patient is able to tolerate the intake of solid food. B) The hepatic enlargement and elevated levels of bilirubin and enzymes have disappeared. C) The serum BUN and creatinine values return to normal levels. D) Physical therapy has been completed.
Which of the following is a part of the history of doctoral education in nursing?
a. The nurse scientist program was discontinued after more universities began offering doctoral programs in nursing. b. The first doctoral degree (PhD) was offered at the University of Pittsburgh. c. The number of doctoral programs in nursing has doubled since 1990. d. The largest numbers of doctoral programs are practice-focused.
Patients should be told to keep a current ______ ____ _________ to give to the AP
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse asked a family questions about the cardiovascular history of all family members. This is an example of
a. Biologic risks b. Economic risks c. Lifestyle risks d. Social risks