When a 60-year-old patient asks the nurse what a dysrhythmia is, the nurse explains that it is an irregular heart rhythm that can be caused by
A) Increased white blood cells
B) Diminished coronary blood flow
C) Deep-vein thrombosis
D) Cerebrovascular accident
Ans: B
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What immunizations will the nurse expect this child needs if the child is healthy and has received immunizations on schedule in the past? (Select all that apply.) A) Diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and acellular pertussis vaccine, adsorbed (DTaP) B) Inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) C) Measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine (MMR) D) Hepatitis B E) Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccine (Hib)
The preferred dosing schedule for the majority of patients on aminoglycosides is:
a. once daily. b. twice daily. c. every 8 hours. d. continuous infusion.
A nurse develops a plan to addressing dementia-related behaviors in an older adult with dementia. Which of the following interventions should be included in this plan? (Select all that apply.)
A) Maintain a clutter-free environment. B) Implement regular rest periods. C) Place pictures of familiar people in very visible places. D) Lay out clothing in the order in which the items are to be donned. E) Test the client's memory with each conversation.
Which type of tape allows movement of a body part?
a. Adhesive tape b. Paper tape c. Plastic tape d. Elastic tape