The nurse is assessing a pregnant patient's hemoglobin level. Which finding indicates the diagnosis of anemia?
1) Less than 10 g/dL
2) Less than 12 g/dL
3) Less than 14 g/dL
4) Less than 16 g/dL
ANS: 1
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When providing report to the oncoming shift, which of the following data would the nurse exclude from the change of shift report?
1. Mr. Timby received 50 mg of Demerol IM at 0430. 2. Mrs. Buxtom's vital signs were stable throughout the night. 3. Mr. Lynn and Mr. Jones were discharged tonight. 4. Mr. Shelby's wife assists in giving care to her husband.
The nurse instructs a patient with melanoma to "eat foods rich in protein and calories." For which health problem is this action most likely being directed?
1. changes in skin integrity 2. insufficient blood flow 3. altered oxygen to blood tissues 4. insufficient body fluid
Your presentation to the student nurses includes information about practice models and disease management programs. Using your knowledge about disease management programs, what is the best practice model?
A) Collaborative B) SMART C) Force field D) Logic
The patient is to receive 200 mg of a medication. There are 100-mg scored tablets available. The nurse prepares _________ tablets
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word