The purpose of a stent is to
A) dissolve fatty deposits.
B) prevent stroke.
C) enhance oxygen to the brain.
D) keep an artery open.
D
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A child with iron-deficiency anemia is prescribed ferrous fumarate, 3 mg/kg/day in two divided doses. The nurse interprets this order as indicating which of the following?
A) The child requires a prophylactic dose of iron. B) The child has mild to moderate iron deficiency. C) The child has severe iron deficiency. D) The child is being prepared for packed red blood cell administration.
Which of the following are examples of incidental disclosures of patient health information that are permitted? Select all that apply
A) A nurse working in a physician's office puts out a sign-in sheet for incoming patients. B) Two nurses are overheard talking about a patient through the door of an empty patient room. C) A nurse places a patient chart in a holder on the examining room door with the name facing out. D) A nurse leaves an x-ray on a light board in the hallway that leads to the examining rooms. E) A nurse calls out the name of a patient who is seated in the waiting room. F) A nurse leaves a reminder for an appointment on a patient's answering machine along with the results of lab work.
What does the National Center for Cultural Competence suggest to assist nurses in giving culturally competent care? Select all that apply
A. Adapt to the cultural groups found in the community where the nurse is employed. B. Become aware of personal cultural values, beliefs, and practices. C. Explain to each newly admitted client how the American health care system is organized and his or her role in it. D. Learn the impact of sexual orientation and gender on families and communities. E. Refuse to work with any ethnic group other than your own. F. Use assessment tools to increase understanding of the client's perspective.
Orlistat (Alli) is initiated for a client with obesity who is taking warfarin. What health teaching would be most appropriate for this drug?
1. If you overeat, you may take more medication to counteract your indulgence. 2. You may resume your normal dietary habits while taking this drug. 3. You will need to closely monitor prothrombin time (PT) and international normalized ratio (INR). 4. Take the medication each evening 2 hours before taking warfarin.