The nurse is providing care to a farmworker who was pinned against a steel gate by a horse. Deformation of the patient's pelvis and femurs is obvious, but little blood is present on the patient's clothing. Initial blood pressure is 110/68 mm Hg. What nursing interventions are indicated?
1. Initiate intravenous access with a 16-gauge catheter.
2. Start fluid resuscitation with normal saline.
3. Prepare to administer vasopressor medication.
4. Turn the patient to assess for injuries to the back.
5. Prepare to insert a chest tube
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A patient asks why his drug to control high blood pressure has only one generic name and two different trade names. What is your best response?
a. "Most drugs have different trade names that indicate different dosages." b. "The two different trade names indicate that one is a more pure and safer drug than the other." c. "The generic name is the actual official drug name and the trade name is a brand owned by a specific manufacturer." d. "If you have insurance, you can get the trade name drug, which is usually more expensive than the generic named drug."
Using social cognitive theory, which action by the nurse will have the most impact on older adults' participation in health promotion behaviors?
a. Creating a walking club in the community b. Offering private nutritional counseling c. Providing meals at the senior center d. Handing out educational materials
When we say "blood sugar," we are talking about:
1. Fructose 2. Glucose 3. Galactose 4. Lactose
Implementing a treatment plan that includes mecamylamine requires monitoring the patient for:
A. mental depression. B. suicidal ideation. C. depression of the cardiovascular system. D. neuropsychiatric effects such as hostility.