A client has sustained a brainstem injury. Which of the following would the nurse need to keep in mind about this client's respiratory effort?
A) There is loss of involuntary respiratory control.
B) The client will respond negatively to increased stimuli.
C) There is an increased level of carbon dioxide in the blood.
D) The client's oxygen levels in the blood will be increased.
A
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A client with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) asks the nurse what types of exercise would improve the client's condition and overall health. Which type of exercise will the nurse include in the response to the client?
A) Bicycling B) Weight lifting C) Yoga D) Jogging
The nurse has successfully completed a client's sexual and gynecologic history. Which of the following questions is the nurse most likely to have included?
A. When was the last time you had intercourse? B. Have you ever had any type of surgery? C. Have you had any elective abortions? D. Have you had a sexually-transmitted infection?
A client is very anxious and states, "I am so stressed." Why do these factors affect the client's safety?
A) Stress increases retention of information B) Stress affects interpersonal relationships C) Stress increases concern about hazards D) Stress tends to narrow the attention span
Name five stressors that may affect nurses in expanded roles
What will be an ideal response?