The nurse prepares the client for insertion of a pulmonary artery catheter (Swan-Ganz catheter). The nurse teaches the client that the catheter will be inserted to provide information about:
a. Stroke volume
b. Cardiac output
c. Venous pressure
d. Left ventricular functioning
Answer: d. Left ventricular functioning
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Which of the following statements describing oral care for the older population is correct?
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Intrauterine growth restriction is associated with what pregnancy-related risk factors? Choose all that apply
a. Poor nutrition b. Maternal collagen disease c. Gestational hypertension d. Premature rupture of membranes e. Smoking