What should a nurse ask about when taking the functional assessment of a patient with a skin disorder?
a. A sore that is slow to heal
b. Unusual hair growth
c. Previous skin disorders
d. Exposure to chemicals or irritants
D
The functional assessment is a search for clues in the occupation and lifestyle of the patient. The other options all reference medical history and system review.
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1. Taking a position as an assistant nurse manager 2. Applying for a nurse manager position on a renal unit 3. Transferring to the ICU unit 4. Transferring to the oncology unit
A client reports feeling tired and not refreshed after sleeping even when everyone at home laughs about her loud snoring at night. What should the nurse suspect as being the cause of this client's fatigue?
A) Insomnia B) Depression C) Thyroid disorder D) Sleep apnea
A nurse is caring for a patient in the active phase of labor. The woman's BOW spontaneously ruptures. Suddenly the woman complains of dyspnea and appears restless and cyanotic. Additionally, she becomes hypotensive and tachycardic
The nurse immediately suspects the presence of a(n) _____________. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which of the following is an average normal temperature in Centigrade for a healthy adult?
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