The term used to describe excessive thirst is ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
polydipsia
The medical term for excessive thirst is polydipsia.
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The nurse is caring for a patient using a 5-lead continuous cardiac monitor system. To monitor lead V6, where does the nurse place the chest electrode?
A) Fourth intercostal space on right sternal border B) Right shoulder on muscle tissue close to bone C) Left shoulder on muscle tissue close to bone D) Fifth intercostal space on left mid-axillary line
The nurse is preparing to reposition a patient. Before doing so, the nurse must
a. Assess the weight to be lifted and the assistance needed. b. Attempt to manually lift the patient alone before asking for assistance. c. Attempt a manual lift only when lifting most or all of the patient's weight. d. Not use the agency lift team if a mechanical lift is available.
Outpatient treatment is planned for a patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. Select the most important desired outcome related to the nursing diagnosis: Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements. Within 1 week, the patient will:
a. Weigh self accurately using balanced scales. b. Limit exercise to less than 2 hours daily. c. Select clothing that fits properly. d. Gain 1 to 2 pounds.