A student is preparing for her first patient care assignment. She wakes up at 4:00 a.m. with a pounding pulse and diarrhea. What type of adaptive response to stress is she experiencing?
A) general adaptation syndrome C) local adaptation syndrome
B) mind–body interaction D) coping or defense mechanism
B
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Which are adverse effects of alpha blockade? (Select all that apply.)
a. Hypertension b. Reflex tachycardia c. Nasal congestion d. Ejaculation e. Hypernatremia
The nurse has identified that a patient who has hyperthyroidism has decreased cardiac output. Which interventions are indicated to address this diagnosis?
1. Monitor for development of peripheral edema. 2. Keep room warm. 3. Provide medications to manage pain. 4. Frequently reassure and calm the patient. 5. Monitor activity tolerance.
Demerol 75 mg is ordered IVP q 4 to 6 hours PRN for pain. This medication is available in 100 mg/mL . How many mL will the nurse give every 4 to 6 hours PRN?
1. 0.75 mL 2. 75 mL 3. 0.15 mL 4. 0.26 mL
A newborn is born with hypothyroidism. A complication of this disorder if it is not recognized and treated is
A) blindness. B) muscle spasticity. C) dehydration. D) cognitive impairment.