Nociceptive pain usually resolves when the injury heals. What is the usual first choice of pain medication?
A) Acetaminophen
B) Ibuprofen
C) Opioids
D) Anticonvulsants
A
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Pathological changes that result in adult respiratory distress syndrome are
A) a decrease in lung compliance caused by an increase in membrane permeability. B) a decrease in airway resistance secondary to hyperinflated alveoli. C) an overproduction of surfactant increasing surface tension. D) bronchodilation affecting the flow of air into the lungs.
Which of the following statements is not true about continuity planning?
1. A good continuity plan is intentionally ambiguous to prevent hacking. 2. Wait time decreases satisfaction and can diminish quality of care. 3. Health care organizations are catching up with other industries in understanding the business case for continuity of operations. 4. Health care organizations must be able to effectively deal with crises.
ANS: B Mongolian spots are irregular areas of deep blue pigmentation, which are common variations found in newborns of African, Asian, Native American, or Hispanic descent. Acrocyanosis is cyanosis of the hands and feet; this is a usual finding in infants
a. 60 to 80 beats/min b. 80 to 100 beats/min c. 120 to 140 beats/min d. 160 to 180 beats/min
A client requires an appendectomy. The surgeon explains the procedure and asks the client to sign the consent. The patient speaks very little English and looks worried. As a nurse, you would:
a. Suggest that an interpreter explain the procedure to the client and answer any questions. b. Ask the client if he has any questions. c. Draw a picture to show the incision. d. Not intervene.