When assessing the postpartum woman, the nurse uses indicators other than pulse rate and blood pressure for postpartum hemorrhage because:
A) these measurements may not change until after the blood loss is large
B) the body's compensatory mechanisms activate and prevent any changes
C) they reflect more change in condition than equate to the amount of blood lost
D) maternal anxiety adversely affects these vital signs
A
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_____ A. Monitor the patient's vital signs before the procedure. _____ B. Medicate as prior to procedure if ordered. _____ C. Educate patient and patient's family. _____ D. Check a signed consent. _____ E. Monitor the patient's vital signs after the procedure.
Which expected outcome is developmentally appropriate for a hospitalized 4-year-old child?
a. The child will be dressed and fed by the parents. b. The child will independently ask for play materials or other personal needs. c. The child will be able to verbalize an understanding of the reason for the hospitalization. d. The child will have a parent stay in the room at all times.
A nurse is working with a team to learn more about what its most important accomplishments have been and to identify what changes are desired. Which of the following would be the meth-od used to accomplish this task?
a. Compare job descriptions b. Analyze mission and goals c. Brainstorm d. Develop charts and diagrams
After an MI, the person needs:
a. Rest b. Surgery c. Cardiac rehabilitation d. Dialysis