Using the NICHD terminology, tachysystole is defined as
A. More than 5 contractions in 10 minutes averaged over a 20-minute period
B. More than 5 contractions in 15 minutes averaged over a 30-minute period
C. More than 5 contractions in 10 minutes averaged over a 30-minute period
Answer: C. More than 5 contractions in 10 minutes averaged over a 30-minute period
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a. Level of consciousness b. Respiratory rate c. Bowel sounds d. Pain level on a 0-to-10 scale
The family asks the nurse about the outcome of the patient's surgery. The nurse's best response is:
A) "The patient is still asleep in the postanesthesia care unit." B) "The patient will be coming to the floor and you will be able to see him. I am sure everything went well." C) "The patient is in pain and will be medicated after she returns. I will get a report from the doctor and tell you everything." D) "The physician will tell you about the patient and surgical procedure as soon as she is able."
The drug used to treat a PDA is ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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