When taking a 52-year-old's pulse rate, the nurse considers which of the following factors that might increase the client's pulse?(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Age
2. Stress
3. Fever
4. Morning vital signs
5. Hemorrhage
2,3,5
Rationale: As age increases, the pulse rate gradually decreases
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When a breastfeeding mother complains that her breasts are leaking milk, the nurse can offer which effective intervention?
1. Decrease the number of minutes the newborn is at the breast per feeding. 2. Decrease the mother's fluid intake. 3. Place absorbent pads in the bra. 4. Administer oxytocin.
A nurse instructs a client at risk for hypokalemia about the foods high in potassium that should be included in the daily diet. Which menu selection, cited by the client as a good source of potassium, indicates to the nurse that the client needs further instruction?
A. Pork B. Beef C. Eggs D. Raisins
A nurse decides to use a family attachment diagram. The nurse is assessing which area?
A) Composition B) Interaction patterns C) Power structure D) Socialization
Because of the premature infant's decreased immune functioning, what nursing diagnosis should the nurse include in a plan of care for a premature infant?
a. Delayed growth and development c. Ineffective infant feeding pattern b. Ineffective thermoregulation d. Risk for infection