A temporary stoppage of peristalsis along with signs and symptoms of a bowel obstruction is called paralytic ______
1. Colitis
2. Ileus
3. Mesenteritis
4. Peritonitis
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A patient is admitted to the emergency department with a blood alcohol level of 0.45%. The nurse should immediately prepare to administer which intervention?
a. CPR b. Intravenous fluids c. Respiratory support d. Naloxone (Narcan)
The nurse finds a client with diabetes mellitus type 1 unresponsive. Which is the priority nursing action?
A. Call the rapid response team. B. Administer glucagon. C. Administer oxygen. D. Assess the vital signs.
What identifying information, in addition to the patient's name and date of birth, is often included on a medication order that is generated in a hospital or clinic?
A. patient's medical record number B. name of the patient's spouse or significant other C. patient's driver's license number D. patient's social security number
The nurse is working with a client who is being prepared for a diagnostic test this afternoon. The client tells the nurse that she wants to have her hair shampooed
Which of the following is the most appropriate label with regard to assigning a priority for the client's request? a. Low priority b. An unmet need c. Intermediate priority d. A safety and security need