Spina bifida is an example of a(n)
A) infection.
B) congenital abnormality.
C) autoimmune reaction.
D) trauma.
B
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A nurse is caring for a 50-year-old client performing aerobic exercise in the cardiac rehabilitation office
The nurse calculates the client's target heart rate as _______-_________.
While instructing a patient diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus, the nurse reviews how the use of exogenous insulin might be indicated for the patient for which of the following?
1. regular aerobic exercise 2. switched to a different oral anti-diabetic medication 3. scheduled to have surgery 4. drinks alcohol on a regular basis
The nurse is starting preoperative teaching when the client receives a phone call from work. When the nurse resumes teaching, the client is visibly upset. The most therapeutic initial approach is to:
1. Encourage the client to verbalize concerns and feelings, and then do health teaching when the client is able to listen. 2. Tell the client that it is important to focus on the preoperative teaching so that recovery will be faster. 3. Reassure the client that whatever is happening at work can be dealt with in the workplace. 4. Encourage the client to do problem solving.
The nurse cares for a client with an AV fistula for hemodialysis. Which assessments will the nurse perform when assessing the AV fistula? Select all that apply.
A. Palpation B. Auscultation C. Inspection D. Percussion