What assessment would help the nurse determine the patency of a client's AV fistula for dialysis?
A. The presence of a strong pulsation at the site of the venous-arterial anastomosis
B. Equivalent blood pressure measurements in each arm
C. The presence of a thrill, but no bruit
D. The presence of a thrill and bruit
D
The presence of a thrill and bruit are signs that the fistula is patent, without thrombosis.
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1. "Both parties need to grow up. They are so immature." 2. "The problem is partially the fault of both parties." 3. "I stopped the conversation frequently to have the parties summarize what was being said." 4. "They just went on and on. I had to stop the discussion because I was out of time."
In about 1 week, a stable preterm infant will be discharged. The nurse should teach the parents to place the infant in which position for sleep?
a. Prone b. Supine c. Position of comfort d. Abdomen with head elevated
A newborn with a poor rooting reflex will have difficulty with:
A) Defecating. B) Feeding. C) Bonding. D) All of the above
Which referral is most appropriate for a woman who is severely beaten by her husband, has no relatives or friends in the community, is afraid to return home, and has limited financial resources?
a. Support group b. Law enforcement c. Women's shelter d. Vocational counseling