A patient receiving desmopressin is noted to be drowsy and listless and complains of a recent onset of headaches. The nurse is concerned about possible:
a. water intoxication.
b. hypernatremia.
c. hypotension.
d. hyperglycemia.
a
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In assessing a dark-skinned patient for jaundice, the nurse would assess the ____________________ for yellow color
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A client complains of right lower abdominal pain and nausea and appendicitis is suspected. Which of the following lab reports would assist in confirming the diagnosis?
a. 5,000/mm3 WBC (white blood cells); 50% neutrophils b. 10,000/mm3 WBC; 75% neutrophils c. 15,000/mm3 WBC; 85% neutrophils d. 2,000/mm3 WBC; 40% neutrophils
Why is the nursing diagnosis of Risk of Injury related to blood transfusions? Select all that apply
1. Risk of transfusion reactions 2. Risk of disease transmission 3. Risk of fluid overload 4. Risk of transfusion-related lung injury 5. Risk of iron overload
Which statement indicates that successful learning has taken place at a "how to" course on successful delegation?
1. "Delegation has no benefit on our unit, since our clients are frequently admitted and then discharged so quickly." 2. "I never knew I could actually save time for myself and save organizational resources by thoughtfully delegating tasks to others." 3. "I just don't understand how people think delegation is not a benefit to everyone; all you have to do is tell other people what to do." 4. "I never knew delegation only required me to tell others what to do, and by when to have it completed."