A nurse is explaining to a patient about an ultrasound of the gallbladder the patient is going to have the following morning. What will the nurse do in preparation for this diagnostic study?
A) Initiate NPO status after midnight.
B) Administer the contrast agent orally 10 to 12 hours before the study.
C) Administer the radioactive agent intravenously the evening before the study.
D) Encourage the intake of 64 ounces of water 8 hours before the study.
A
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A Navajo client who is 36 weeks pregnant meets with the tribe's medicine man as well as her physician. The nurse understands this to mean that the client:
1. Is seeking spiritual direction. 2. Does not trust her physician. 3. Will not adapt to mothering well. 4. Is experiencing complications of pregnancy.
The nurse is caring for a 9-year-old boy who is having chemotherapy. The nurse is developing a teaching plan for the child and family about nutrition. Which of the following would the nurse be least likely to include?
A) Emphasizing the intake of grains, fruits, and vegetables B) Featuring high-fiber foods if opioid analgesics are being taken C) Concentrating on consuming primarily high-calorie shakes and puddings D) Avoiding milk products if diarrhea is a problem
The results of a patient's oral glucose tolerance test are reviewed by the nurse. How should the nurse interpret these results?
1. Results are within normal range. 2. The patient should be evaluated for diabetes mellitus. 3. The findings indicate hyperinsulinism. 4. The results are inconsistent; therefore, the test will need to be repeated.
What action makes up a nurse's political savvy? (Select all that apply.)
a. Analyzing a situation b. Participating in a constructive way c. Following directions d. Voicing an opinion e. Presenting a possible resolution