What are common complications of SAH you would anticipate?
What will be an ideal response?
The main complications of SAH are vasospasm, rebleeding, increased intracranial pressure (ICP),
hydrocephalus, hyponatremia, and seizures.
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What ethical principle have the nurses violated? A. Autonomy B. Confidentiality C. Beneficence D. Justice
A client diagnosed with oral candidiasis has voiced concerns about why she has gotten this disorder. She reports she has not been ill. What response by the nurse is indicated?
A) Candidiasis is a bacterial infection that may be transmitted by contact with dirty utensils. B) The candidiasis infection is caused by a virus. C) Candidiasis is an infection that results when there is an alteration in the normal flora of the mouth. D) Candidias is often caused by eating spicy or irritating foods.
Evidence-based nursing practice takes into account (Select all that apply)
a. clinical expertise of the nurse. b. availability of staff and facility equipment. c. research evidence on the topic. d. patient knowledge of the disease. e. patient preference regarding care
An inspiratory stridor is an indication of which respiratory complication?
a. Bronchospasm. b. Apnoea. c. Asthma. d. Laryngeal spasm.