Inflammatory conditions of the musculoskeletal system usually occur from:
a. immobility c. viral infection
b. pain d. repetitive use
D
Inflammatory conditions of the musculoskeletal system usually occur from repetitive movements or over-use of a specific joint or body area.
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a. analgesia (either PCA or routinely scheduled medications) b. bronchodilators c. IV medications to provide vasoconstriction d. mucolytic agents e. antibiotic therapy f. antifungal medications
While obtaining a social history on a male patient regarding patterns of alcohol use, the nurse becomes aware that the patient may have a drinking problem. The nurse continues assessing the patient using the CAGE questionnaire
Which questions would the nurse ask? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "Have you ever felt annoyed by criticism of your drinking?" 2. "Have you ever felt the desire to stop drinking?" 3. "Have you ever taken a drink first thing in the morning?" 4. "Have you ever felt the need to cut down on drinking?" 5. "Have you ever felt guilty about drinking?"
A nurse is teaching a lawn-care worker about the risk of hearing loss. What might be recommended?
A) "Listen to loud music with earphones while mowing." B) "Just ignore the noise; you are too young for damage." C) "Wear earplugs while using lawn equipment." D) "Clean your ears with cotton-tipped applicators daily."
A nurse is unable to palpate a patient's dorsalis pedis pulse. The nurse will next attempt to palpate the
1. Brachial pulse. 2. Carotid pulse. 3. Femoral pulse. 4. Posterior tibialis.