Which factors could influence blood pressure measurement? Select all that apply
1. Age
2. Height
3. Sex
4. Race
5. Obesity
Correct Answer: 1,3,4,5
Systolic and diastolic pressures rise gradually with age until adulthood, and then again in the elderly. Height does not have an impact on blood pressure. Women usually have lower blood pressure than men of the same age. African Americans over 35 tend to have higher blood pressure than European American males of the same age. Obesity predisposes persons to hypertension.
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a. Document findings and continue monitoring. b. Notify the provider and request antibiotics. c. Place the client in protective isolation. d. Tell the client this signifies inflammation.
Which of these exercises, if taught to a client prior to surgery, can BEST prevent development of postoperative respiratory complications?
a. turning c. deep breathing and spirometry b. coughing d. splinting
The nurse is educating a client diagnosed with heart failure (HF). Which statements made by the client indicate the teaching was effective regarding compensatory mechanisms?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "My heart enlarged in order to compensate for the effects of heart failure." 2. "My nervous system kicks in to compensate for the effects of heart failure." 3. "My body will decrease blood flow to other organs in order to compensate for heart failure." 4. "My body will increase urine output in order to compensate for the effects of heart failure." 5. "My body will produce anti-inflammatory agents to compensate for heart failure."
A patient receiving chemotherapy for chronic myelocytic leukemia has irritated mucous membranes. Which mouth care intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
a. Brush teeth twice a day with a firm toothbrush. b. Use waxed floss between meals and at bedtime. c. Use sponge Toothettes to clean teeth after meals. d. Swab teeth and mucous membranes four times daily with lemon-glycerin swabs.