What is considered to be the most important resource in a healthcare facility for tracking patient activity?
Ans: MPI (master patient index)
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A) If the patient's pulse stays above 100 bpm for 3 or more days B) If the patient has a sudden onset of a cough C) If the patient falls D) If the patient's pulse falls below 60 bpm for 3 or more days
Which dietary selection should lead the nurse to conclude that the dietary teaching is successful for a patient on a low-sodium diet?
a. Bologna sandwich with tomato juice b. Hotdog on a bun with pickle relish and skim milk c. Baked chicken, white rice, and apple juice d. Peanut butter and jelly sandwich with to-mato soup
What are the possible side effects and complications of epidural analgesia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hypertension b. Unsatisfactory block c. Total spinal anesthesia d. Urinary retention e. Increased voiding f. Potential for a long second stage of labor
The nurse observes a student who is listening to a patient's lungs who is having no problems with breathing. Which action by the student indicates a need to review respiratory assessment skills?
a. The student starts at the apices of the lungs and moves to the bases. b. The student compares breath sounds from side to side avoiding bony areas. c. The student places the stethoscope over the posterior chest and listens during inspiration. d. The student instructs the patient to breathe slowly and a little more deeply than normal through the mouth.