A patient is being treated for acquired hemolytic anemia. Which assessment finding suggests that the health problem is severe?
A. Bradycardia
B. Misshapen limbs due to pathological fractures
C. Enlarged spleen
D. Jaundice
Answer: B
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In this scenario the nurse is using the process of: a. decision making. b. reasoning. c. problem solving. d. judgment.
In 2009, the American Heart Association (AHA) recommended limits of added sugar intake for adults to help prevent disease. What were those recommendations?
A) 6 teaspoonfuls for women; 10 teaspoonfuls for men B) 8 teaspoonfuls for men; 6 teaspoonfuls for women C) 6 teaspoonfuls for men; 10 teaspoonfuls for women D) 4 teaspoonfuls for women; 6 teaspoonfuls for men
Many clients have nutritional needs that are high but whose appetites are poor, such as in clients with advanced COPD. What would be the best nursing action to take to promote maximum intake?
A) Providing pain medications with meals to facilitate digestion B) Scheduling treatments during mealtimes to encourage between meal snacking C) Eating small frequent meals of soft food D) Encouraging the intake of empty-calorie foods and beverages to promote intake
A child is admitted with suspected appendicitis. The child is experiencing abdominal pain. Which intervention by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Palpate for rebound tenderness b. Apply heat to abdomen c. Position child on side with knees drawn d. Encourage ambulation