A nurse is assigned to care for four clients. Which client should the nurse assess first?
A. A client scheduled for a colonoscopy
B. A client preparing for discharge after surgery
C. A client requiring a tube feeding through a gastrostomy tube
D. A client with a tracheostomy who is receiving humidified oxygen by way of a tracheostomy mask
Ans: D. A client with a tracheostomy who is receiving humidified oxygen by way of a tracheostomy mask
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The client receiving propylthiouracil should be taught to report signs and symptoms of infection immediately because of which of the following?
a. Depression of thyroid function increases risk of infection. b. Hyperthyroidism predisposes the client to immune system breakdown. c. Iodine preparations inhibit blood clotting. d. Propylthiouracil can cause agranulocytosis.
You are caring for radiation victims. What is the most important factor that you should consider to assess a client's chance of survival in acute radiation syndrome (ARS)?
A) Dosage of gamma radiation B) Concentration of nerve gas C) Mode of infection D) Direct physical contact
Most toddlers can climb stairs by how many months?
a. 10 c. 15 b. 12 d. 18
Upon inspection of the client's wound, the nurse notes that it appears infected and has a large amount of exudate. An appropriate dressing for the nurse to select based on the wound assess-ment is:
1. Foam 2. Hydrogel 3. Hydrocolloid 4. Transparent film