The patient has experienced a toxic inhalation injury that has damaged his type II alveolar cells significantly. The nurse should expect to find which of the following?
A) Impaired gas exchange and atelectasis
B) Bronchospasm and wheezing
C) Laryngospasm and stridor
D) Eupnea and bradycardia
A
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a. deep partial-thickness burns will never heal without surgical intervention. b. surgeons cannot tell deep partial-thickness injuries from full-thickness injuries, and full-thickness injuries require surgical intervention to heal. c. fascial excision is required in deep partial-thickness injuries. d. split-thickness skin grafts provide a better cosmetic and functional result than does the natural healing in these injuries.
Why is self-reflection important to the student?
1. It is the only way to discover whether the student is suitable for nursing. 2. Self-reflection is required by the state nursing practice acts of all states. 3. It helps the student understand self in relation to professional role. 4. Self-reflection is part of the code of ethics for nurses.
What is the focus of the Truth About Nursing Campaign?
a. Educating high school students about the nature of nursing b. Increasing interdisciplinary collaboration by highlighting nursing achievements c. Changing how the world thinks of nursing and protecting its image d. Defending nurses against malpractice by supplying expert witnesses at trial
The nurse is observing for the signs of a healthy family. While assessing a healthy family, what would the nurse expect to find?
a. Change is viewed as detrimental to family processes. b. A passive response exists to stressors. c. The structure is flexible enough to adapt to crises. d. Minimal influence is exerted on the environment.