A patient in the CCU presents with endocarditis. This patient is 40 years old, a smoker, had rheumatic heart disease as a child, and is obese. Which characteristics of this patient are risk factors for endocarditis?
A) Age
B) Smoking status
C) History of rheumatic heart disease
D) Obesity
C
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Prior to assessing a client's body temperature, the nurse should remember which of the following?
a. Ear canal temperature is the best method for detecting fever in infants and young children. b. Rectal temperature measurement is contraindicated in clients with cardiovascular disease. c. Pulmonary artery temperature is the most practical method of measuring core temperature. d. Oral temperature is most appropriate for a client who has a nasogastric or feeding tube in place.
A sexually active teen comes to the clinic for family planning. She admits to having more than one sexual partner and has been treated for STDs. Which contraceptive method would be contraindicated?
a. IUD c. Diaphragm b. Depo-Provera d. Oral contraceptives
The nurse has just palpated contractions, and compares the consistency to that of the forehead. The intensity of these contractions would be identified as:
1. Mild. 2. Moderate. 3. Strong. 4. Weak.
Which side effect occurs when a patient is prescribed a DHT Inhibitor?
a. Dizziness b. Back pain c. Reduced fertility d. Stuffy nose