When reviewing a 12-lead ECG, intervals and duration are usually expressed in _____
Fill in the blanks with correct word
milliseconds
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A child has been diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. The distraught mother cries out, "I'm such a terrible mother. What did I do to cause this?" Which nursing response is most appropriate?
1. "Researchers really don't know what causes autistic spectrum disorder, but the relationship between autistic disorder and fetal alcohol syndrome is being explored." 2. "Poor parenting doesn't cause autistic spectrum disorder. Research has shown that abnormalities in brain structure or function are to blame. This is beyond your control." 3. "Research has shown that the mother appears to play a greater role in the development of autistic spectrum disorder than the father." 4. "Lack of early infant bonding with the mother has shown to be a cause of autistic spectrum disorder. Did you breastfeed or bottle-feed?"
An infant requires surgery for repair of a cleft lip. An important priority of the preoperative nursing care is which?
a. Initiating discharge teaching b. Performing baseline physical and behavioral assessment c. Observing for allergic reactions to preoperative antibiotics d. Determining whether this defect exists in other family members
The nurse is preparing a presentation on compensated, decompensated, and irreversible shock in children. What clinical manifestations related to decompensated shock should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
a. Tachypnea b. Oliguria c. Confusion d. Pale extremities e. Hypotension f. Thready pulse
The client receives metformin (Glucophage). What will the best plan by the nurse include with regard to patient education with this drug?
1. It decreases sugar production in the liver. 2. It inhibits absorption of carbohydrates. 3. It stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin. 4. It reduces insulin resistance. 5. It increases energy use.