Which type of vascular injury is most likely to result from blunt trauma?
a. Arteriovenous fistula
b. Hematoma
c. Dissection
d. Incompetent valves
Answer: b. Hematoma
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A) Long-term protection with reversibility B) Minimal cardiovascular complications C) Enhancement of bone density D) Improvement in the regularity of menses
In preparing discharge planning for a client who has been prescribed lithium for the treatment of bipolar disorder, the nurse must be sure that the client demonstrates an understanding of the need to monitor his or her diet for intake of:
a. Potassium b. Carbohydrates c. Protein d. Sodium
Which action should the emergency department staff take first for an older patient who is demonstrating extreme confusion?
A) Order an ECG B) Administer a stimulant C) Review the drugs being taken D) Check serum electrolyte levels
The spouse of a dying client states that she is concerned that her husband is choking to death. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "Do not worry. The choking sound is normal during the dying process." b. "I will administer more morphine to keep your husband comfortable." c. "I can ask the respiratory therapist to suc-tion secretions out through his nose." d. "I will have another nurse assist me to turn your husband on his side."