A family member of a patient recovering from a traumatic brain injury asks the nurse what can be done to prevent future head injuries. What should the nurse instruct this family member? (Select all that apply.)
A) Wear helmets when playing all contact sports.
B) Never drive under the influence of alcohol.
C) Avoid the use of throw rugs.
D) Avoid skiing or riding on motorcycles.
E) Wear shoes with heels when walking on ice.
A, B, C
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A patient with a history of homelessness has been diagnosed with nutritional deficits that include a vitamin E deficiency. What aspect of the patient's current health status would contraindicate the safe and effective use of vitamin E supplements?
A) Cirrhosis B) Thrombocytopenia C) Low serum albumin D) IV opioid abuse
The nurse in the ED is caring for a patient recently admitted with a likely myocardial infarction. The nurse understands that the patient's heart is pumping an inadequate supply of oxygen to the tissues. For what health problem should the nurse assess?
A) Dysrhythmias B) Increase in blood pressure C) Increase in heart rate D) Decrease in oxygen demands
A nurse is collecting equipment to start an intravenous (IV) infusion in an adult client. Which gauge IV catheter should the nurse select?
a. 18 to 19 c. 23 to 24 b. 20 to 22 d. 25 to 26
The nurse is participating in a debriefing session after participating in the care of victims of a mass casualty incident. Which of the following will occur during this debriefing session? (Select all that apply.)
1. The process for the debriefing will be explained. 2. Individual reactions to the event will be discussed. 3. Symptoms that the nurse may experience will be reviewed. 4. Stress reduction techniques will be provided. 5. Prescriptions for antianxiety medications will be provided. 6. Physician follow-up appointments will be made.