A child at the healthcare facility is scheduled to undergo surgery. Which intervention is
a measure to be taken immediately before the surgery?
A) Take and record vital signs and weight
B) Ask family to fill out the admissions forms
C) Determine blood type and crossmatch
D) Perform x-ray examination and blood tests
D
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The United States ranks 27th among the infant mortality rates of the world. Which factor has the greatest impact on decreasing this rate?
A) Resolution of all language and cultural differences B) Assurance for early and adequate prenatal care C) Provision of more extensive women's shelters D) Encouragement for all women to eat a balanced diet
A patient with Paget's disease calls the clinic and tells the nurse that she is experiencing flushing of the face and hands and a rash. The patient states that she is taking calcitonin, salmon (Calcimar) for her Paget's disease
What is the nurse's best response? A) "We expected this to happen. Just ignore it and please do not worry about it." B) "You will need to see the doctor immediately. Come in as soon as possible." C) "This is a common adverse effect of your medication that will lessen with time." D) "This is a serious adverse effect. Stop taking the drug and see the doctor today."
A patient tells the nurse, "I am ashamed of having bipolar disorder. When I am manic, my behavior embarrasses my family. Even though I take my medication every day, there is no guarantee that I will not have a relapse. I am a burden to my family
". These statements support which nursing diagnoses? (Select all that apply.) a. Impaired social interaction b. Chronic low self-esteem c. Impaired adjustment d. Defensive coping e. Powerlessness
The occupational health nurse is beginning an annual audiology screening with employees of a manufacturing company. For this organization the nurse is performing screening to:
1. Determine what first aid should be given. 2. Advocate for adequate health insurance. 3. Report and interpret findings for making referrals. 4. Develop disaster emergency response plans.