When describing the role of white blood cells in infection, the nurse identifies which type as important in combating bacterial infections?
A) Neutrophils
B) Eosinophils
C) Basophils
D) Lymphocytes
A
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A nurse cares for a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. The client asks, "Is it okay for me to have an occasional glass of wine?" How should the nurse respond?
a. "Drinking any wine or alcohol will increase your insulin requirements." b. "Because of poor kidney function, people with diabetes should avoid alcohol." c. "You should not drink alcohol because it will make you hungry and overeat." d. "One glass of wine is okay with a meal and is counted as two fat exchanges."
A client is directed to reduce the intake of simple sugar to 5% of the total number of calories consumed per day. If the client consumes 1800 calories per day, how many of these calories should the nurse inform the client can be simple sugar?
a. 75 b. 90 c. 115 d. 145
A patient is scheduled for a procedure to test
mental function at 6 a.m. At 3 a.m. the patient requests something for sleep. What is your best response? a. "I'll call your prescriber and request an order for something to help you sleep." b. "Your prescriber has ordered temazepam (Restoril). I will give you a dose now." c. "I'm sorry, but there is not enough time for sleep now before your procedure." d. "I'm sorry, but you already received a dose of temazepam last evening at 9."
An older adult patient presents with a broken arm and visible scattered bruises healing at different stages. Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Notify an elder protective services agency about the possible abuse. b. Make a referral for a home assessment visit by the home health nurse. c. Have the family member stay in the waiting area while the patient is assessed. d. Ask the patient how the injury occurred and observe the family member's reaction.