The nurse explains that electrocardiograms are graphic representations of electrical impulses generated by the heart and can identify abnormalities that:
a. produce a cardiac cycle.
b. interfere with electrical conduction.
c. result from a interrupted blood flow.
d. interfere with heart contraction.
B
Electrocardiograms identify abnormalities that interfere with electrical conduction.
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A nurse receives a shift report and is preparing to care for clients assigned on a medical-surgical unit. Which client should the nurse plan to assess first?
A) The client who needs assistance with activities of daily living. B) The client who needs help ambulating to the bathroom. C) The client with a pain rating of 3/10. D) The client experiencing shortness of breath.
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The nurse wants to transfer the client from the bed to the chair by using a mechanical lift and cannot find help. Which is the most important action for the nurse to implement?
1. Assure the client that the lift is safe. 2. Use two safety chains on canvas sling. 3. Find help to assist with the transfer. 4. Double check the wheel locks on lift.