In a woman who is suspected of having an ectopic pregnancy, the nurse would expect to assess for which of the following as a priority?
A) Hemorrhage B) Jaundice C) Edema D) Infection
A
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The nurse recognizes the blisters and erythema of the hands of a person recovering from frostbite as the skin disorder called _________________
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The nurse at the hospice center is caring for a terminally ill client. What psychosocial intervention by the nurse provides support to the client and family?
1. Encouraging reminiscence 2. Explanation of the impending loss 3. Avoiding discussion about spirituality 4. Refraining from discussing physical signs of death
What action by the nurse is most important for preventing hospital-acquired infections in the older population?
a. Appropriate hand hygiene b. Rapid isolation for infection c. Strict sterile procedures d. Ensuring patient nutrition
During initial ABCDE assessments of life-threatening conditions, D (disability) in neurologic status is assessed by the patient's:
a. pupil size. b. degree of responsiveness. c. nuchal rigidity. d. mood and affect.