When assessing the ear, which finding would be cause for concern?
A) Darwin tubercle
B) Red, flaky cerumen
C) Tender tragus
D) Pearly gray tympanic membrane
C
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The nurse is caring for a patient receiving hemodialysis three times weekly. The patient has had surgery to form an arteriovenous fistula. What is most important for the nurse to be aware of when providing care for this patient?
A) Using a stethoscope for auscultating the fistula is contraindicated. B) The patient feels best immediately after the dialysis treatment. C) Taking a BP reading on the affected arm can damage the fistula. D) The patient should not feel pain during initiation of dialysis.
Although the patient with a kidney stone denies pain, the nurse assesses cues that indicate that pain is perceived. These cues include: (Select all that apply.)
a. increased pulse rate. b. decreased respiratory rate. c. sweating. d. muscle tension. e. nausea.
The nurse is consulting with the registered dietitian about diet therapy for a patient with chronic venous stasis ulcers. What are the dietary recommendations to help this patient promote wound healing?
a. High-protein foods b. Vitamin D and B supplements c. Low-fat foods d. High-calcium foods
The nurse knows that one of the more common complications resulting from drug–herbal interactions would involve
1. hair growth. 2. urine output. 3. vision loss. 4. blood coagulation.