When doing a risk assessment of the nose, sinuses, mouth, and throat, what finding might indicate allergy?
A) Low-grade fever
B) History of macular rash
C) Frequent childhood infections
D) Family history of diabetes
C
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David, the nurse manager, asks to see Allison, a new RN, for a few minutes after lunch. When Allison mentions this to her colleagues at lunch, they fill her with dread about the purpose of the meeting. Allison reluctantly stops by David's office
He asks Allison to sit down and says, "I thought you should know that I heard you explaining the procedure for a cardiac catheterization today to Mrs. Young. You did a great job, and I also wanted to let you know that the unit has literature that you can give the clients regarding many of the procedures they may undergo while here." Allison leaves the office feeling very good about herself. David provided Allison with: A) Negative feedback B) Constructive criticism C) Destructive criticism D) Positive feedback
Which laboratory result does the nurse identify as a direct result of the client's hypovolemic status with hemoconcentration?
A) Abnormal potassium level B) Elevated hematocrit level C) Low white blood count D) Low urine specific gravity
The nurse discusses various contraceptive methods with a client and her partner. Which method would the nurse explain as being available only by prescription?
A) Condom B) Spermicide C) Diaphragm D) Basal body temperature
The nurse inspects the site where a client's basal cell carcinoma has been treated with cryosurgery and finds that the area is red, with a blister in the center. Which action does the nurse take?
a. Culture the site. b. Notify the surgeon. c. Apply hydrocortisone cream. d. Reassure the client.