A(n) __________ is an explosion that produces an intense wave of heat, light, air pressure, and radiation
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Nuclear blast
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The perinatal nurse demonstrates the correct technique of postpartum uterine palpation for a student nurse. The nurse explains that support for the lower uterine segment is critical, because without it there is an increased risk of which complication?
A. Incorrect measurement B. Intensifying the patient's pain C. Uterine edema D. Uterine inversion
A 40-year-old male has reported to the clinic with complaints of impotence. The nurse is reviewing the patient's health history
Which statements by the patient warrant further investigation? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "I take medications to control my blood pressure.". 2. "I had the mumps when I was a boy.". 3. "I had a vasectomy 4 years ago.". 4. "I have had diabetes for several years.". 5. "My wife has a history of cervical cancer.".
Following colposcopy and snaring of polyps, postoperative care and observation of the patient includes the following:
a. *Check vital signs (temperature, pulse, BP, respiration rate) every 15 minutes × two and if stable (+/– 20% of preoperative recording), cease recording them. *Check for evidence of bleeding per rectum half hourly—if none, commence patient mobilisation. *Check whether the patient is experiencing pain, including its location and nature. *Ensure that the patient has a carer who can drive them home. b. *Check vital signs (temperature, pulse, BP) every 15 minutes for one hour, then cease if stable (+/– 20% of preoperative recording). *Look at the abdomen every 30 minutes for signs of swelling. *Ascertain whether the patient is experiencing pain, in particular ‘gas' pain, and treat as per gastroenterologist's orders. *Commence the patient on normal diet as soon as possible postoperatively in preparation for discharge home. c. *Check vital signs (pulse, BP, respiration rate) every 15 minutes for one hour and then hourly until discharged. *Check for evidence of bleeding per rectum every 15 minutes for one hour and then hourly. *Measure abdominal girth and check for rigidity every 15 minutes for one hour then hourly. *Ascertain whether the patient is experiencing pain. d. *Check vital signs (temperature, pulse, BP, respiration rate) every 15 minutes for one hour and then hourly until discharged. * Check for bleeding per rectum every 15 minutes for one hour, then hourly. *Mobilise the patient as soon as possible to prevent VTE and to encourage rapid return of normal GIT function. *Check whether the patient is experiencing pain and treat as per gastroenterologist's orders.
A nurse is working with a client diagnosed with pedophilic disorder. Which client outcome is appropriate for the nurse to expect during the first week of hospitalization?
A. The client will verbalize an understanding of the importance of follow-up care. B. The client will implement several relapse-prevention strategies. C. The client will identify triggers that lead to inappropriate behaviors. D. The client will attend aversion therapy groups.