A patient in the critical care unit presents with abdominal pain, distention, and progressive obstipation. The patient is currently being treated for colon cancer and mentions a gradual decrease in amount and size of stool passed in recent weeks
What finding should the nurse most expect in this patient?
A) Marked leukocytosis
B) A history of laxative use
C) Left lower quadrant pain
D) Iron deficiency
D
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a. Guide the child to the floor if the child is standing, and then go for help. b. Move objects out of the child's immediate area. c. Stick a padded tongue blade between the child's teeth. d. Manually restrain the child.
Cardioversion should be done during which part of the electrocardiogram (EKG) wave?
a. P wave c. ST segment b. R wave d. T wave
The formula to calculate the amount to administer using the proportion method with fractions is
H:Q=D:A. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In the role of patient advocate, you would:
a. ensure the patient does not make risky health decisions. b. interpret the health care environment for culturally diverse patients. c. act as a proxy for the patient in understanding and signing important consents. d. educate the patient to ensure compliance with the health care organization's goals.