A nurse assesses for a sign of low levels of ionized calcium in the blood by tapping in front of the ear. The nurse is assessing which of the following?
1. Chvostek's sign
2. Patellar reflex
3. Tinel's sign
4. Trousseau's sign
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A patient with severe coronary artery disease has persistent angina that is refractory to medical management at maximum drug doses and has severe compromise of activities of daily living from the angina
The patient has had several coronary artery bypass surgeries and has been told that he is not a candidate for any further surgeries or percutaneous interventions such as stents. In discussing options for further therapy, what should the nurse include that would offer the patient the most hope? A) Unless a new medication is invented, there is nothing that can be done. B) Discussion of hospice and palliative support for end-of-life care C) Referral to the social worker for financial assistance D) Referral to the transmyocardial laser revascularization program for evaluation
The nurse assesses a client whose chief complaint is tenderness and stiffness in the wrist and elbow. The client reports the discomfort is worsened with activity. Based on this data, which condition does the nurse suspect?
1. Carpal tunnel syndrome. 2. Osteoarthritis. 3. Crepitus of the wrists. 4. Dupuytren contracture.
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client with symptoms that indicate the client may have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Which question from the nurse addresses a major risk factor for contracting HIV?
A) "Has your partner been experiencing these symptoms?" B) "When was your first sexual experience?" C) "Have you had any fever, diarrhea, or chills over the last 48 hours?" D) "Have you ever experimented with intravenous drugs?"
A client recovering from a penetrating eye injury tells the nurse that some shadows and movement can be seen with the eye
Based on this data, which conclusion by the nurse is appropriate? A) A deterioration in vision B) The need for artificial tears C) An improvement in vision D) An indication of poor nutrition