Which laboratory finding would indicate a potential complication of liver disease?
A. Elevated AST and LDH levels
B. Elevated prothrombin time and INR
C. Decreased serum albumin and serum globulin levels
D. Decreased serum alkaline phosphatase and ALT levels
B
Elevated prothrombin time and INR are indications of clotting disturbances and alert the nurse to the increased possibility of hemorrhage.
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A 3-year-old child is being discharged home after a tonsillectomy. In addition to specific information about the child's postoperative care, which of these aspects should the nurse include in the child's discharge plan?
a. Tell the caregivers that they may notice changes in toileting patterns. b. Explain to the caregivers that the child may develop behavioral changes such as regression. c. Review caregiver dynamics to be sure the child will be safe. d. Recap the child's hospitalization experience, including details of the surgery performed.
The nurse is assessing a client at the diagnostic imaging center. For which diagnostic test would the client assess for an allergy to shellfish?
A) Radiography B) Computed tomography with contrast C) Cystoscopy D) Bladder ultrasonography
The best setting for daytime care for a 5-year-old autistic child whose mother works is
a. Private day care b. Public school c. His own home with a sitter d. A specialized program that facilitates interaction by use of behavioral methods
A patient with inflammatory arthritis asks about adding an anti-inflammatory herb to the medication regimen to decrease the use of prescription drugs. The nurse suggests the patient discuss the efficacy of which herbs with the health care provider?
1. Tumeric 2. St. John's wort 3. Ginger 4. Ginseng 5. Bilberry