A surgically created opening into the trachea is:
a. Hemoptysis
b. Endotracheal
c. Tracheostomy
d. Pleural effusion
C
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During the taking of the health history of a 78-year-old man, his wife states that he occasionally has problems with short-term memory loss and confusion: "He can't even remember how to button his shirt." When assessing his sensory system, which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. The nurse would not test the sensory system as part of the examination because the results would not be valid. b. The nurse would perform the tests, knowing that mental status does not affect sensory ability. c. The nurse would proceed with an explanation of each test, making certain that the wife understands. d. Before testing, the nurse would assess the patient's mental status and ability to follow directions.
What information should a nurse include when providing information to a patient using topical eye medications?
a. Look upward and drop the medication into the inner canthus. b. Pull the lower eyelid down and drop the medication into the conjunctival sac. c. Hold both eyelids open and drop the me-dication onto the sclera. d. Tilt the head to the side and drop the me-dication into the outer canthus.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Methamphetamine use has gotten out of control nationwide. Cocaine use has spread also, especially the more impure forms
a. Discuss methamphetamine and cocaine. How do they affect the body? b. What are the signs and symptoms of addiction? c. What are the treatment options? d. What is the prognosis?