Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND) usually indicates which of the following conditions?
A) Pneumonia
B) Asthma
C) Croup
D) Congestive heart failure
D
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What action is most important for the nurse to take to prevent infectious skin disorders?
a. Use isolation precautions. b. Wash hands frequently. c. Use antibacterial soap. d. Sterilize all contaminated objects.
The nurse assesses the incontinent client's perineal skin and notes redness. Which does the nurse include in the client's plan of care to individualize nursing care?
1. Minimize exposure of perineum to soap and water. 2. Apply anti-inflammatory agent to the affected area. 3. Allow adequate time for client to use the bedside commode. 4. Remove incontinence brief and expose skin to air for an hour.
A nurse performs a medication history on a newly admitted patient. The patient reports taking amitriptyline (Elavil) 75 mg at bedtime for 6 weeks to treat depression
The patient reports having continued fatigue, lack of energy, and depressed mood. The nurse will contact the provider to discuss which intervention? a. Beginning to taper the amitriptyline b. Changing to a morning dose schedule c. Giving the amitriptyline twice daily d. Increasing the dose of amitriptyline
After his teeth have been coated with fluoride, the patient should be instructed not to rinse, eat, or drink for which time period after the procedure?
a. 1 hour b. 2 hours c. 10 minutes d. 30 minutes