A nurse admitting a client to the hospital emergency department suspects the elderly woman was physically abused. Which of the following must be included in the medical workup for this client?
A) complete blood count and blood chemistries
B) toxicological screening
C) pelvic examination
D) complete visual examination with clothing removed
D
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Which of the following lung sounds would be most likely heard in a client experiencing an asthma attack?
a. Coarse rales c. Fine crackles b. Pleural friction rub d. Expiratory wheezes
When observing the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) checking pedal pulses, the nurse identifies which technique as appropriate?
1. Palpating the inner aspect of the biceps muscle of the arm 2. Palpating the femoral artery as it passes alongside the inguinal ligament 3. Palpating the pulse from the middle of the ankle to the space between the big and second toe 4. Palpating the client's chest
An elderly patient is scheduled to take six medications each morning. What should the nurse know to do when administering these medications?
a. Allow extra time to administer all of the medications. b. Allow the patient to take only the medications she can swallow. c. Crush all of the medications before giving them. d. Leave the medication at the bedside so the patient can take them slowly.
The nurse is analyzing a rhythm strip. What does the nurse look at to identify the resting state of the heart?
A) P wave B) T wave C) U wave D) QRS complex