A pt with PKD reports a sever headache and is at risk for a berry aneurysm. What is the nurse's priority action?
a. assess the pain and give a pro pain medication
b. reassure the pt that this is an expected aspect of the disease
c. assess for neurologic changes and check vital signs
d. monitor for hematuria and decreased urinary output
Answer: c. assess for neurologic changes and check vital signs
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Which nursing diagnosis would a public health nurse use when addressing the problem of obesity at the community-level of practice?
a. Alteration in nutrition: More than body requirements b. Need for increased knowledge of proper nutrition c. Families at risk for obesity because of inactivity d. Overweight child related to poor dietary habits
When implementing a community health education program, which educational principle will the nurse use as a guide?
a. Refer to trustworthy sources b. Use an active voice c. Create the best learning environment d. Accentuate the positive
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The physician has ordered amiodarone (Cordarone). Prior to starting this medication, the nurse would alert the physician to which laboratory result?
1. Sodium 140 mEq/L 2. Potassium 3.1 mEq/L 3. Potassium 4.9 mEq/L 4. International normalized ratio (INR) of 12 seconds