The nurse is aware that a positive diagnosis of a myocardial infarction (MI) is based on which diagnostic test results? (Select all that apply.)
a. Electrocardiographic (ECG) changes in the QRS complex
b. Elevation of low-density lipoprotein (LDH)
c. Elevation of troponin levels
d. Elevated white blood cell (WBC) count
e. Elevated T wave
A, C, E
Elevation of enzymes and altered QRS patterns are positive for diagnosis of MI. Elevation of T wave and WBC count, although present, are not specific to MI formation.
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A nurse is preparing to administer a Schedule II medication to a client. Which actions are part of this process? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cosign the medication with a physician. b. Witness any wasted medication with another registered nurse. c. Access the medication from a single locked cabinet. d. Ensure that two nurses check the dosage. e. Ensure that two nurses sign the medication record. f. Assess the client's response to the medication.
The nurse is collecting data from a client who is at 32 weeks' gestation. The nurse measures the fundal height in centimeters and expects the findings to be which of the following?
1. 22 cm 2. 28 cm 3. 32 cm 4. 40 cm
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