A patient is admitted with a diagnosis of possible aortic aneurysm. In assessing her, it is most important to monitor her
a. temperature.
b. lung sounds.
c. respirations.
d. blood pressure.
D
Initial nursing interventions include monitoring the status of an existing aortic aneurysm. The patient should be monitored for signs of rupture of the aneurysm, such as hypotension.
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A student asks the faculty member to explain the term "nidation." Which explanation is best?
A. Blood vessel development B. Degradation of the zona pellucida C. Implantation of the fertilized ovum D. Sperm washing
An older patient is diagnosed with a large peptic ulcer. Which information will the nurse use from the patient's history to help identify the cause for this ulcer? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Allergy to penicillin 2. History of cataract surgery several months ago 3. Taking prescribed medication for hypertension 4. Taking ibuprofen (Motrin) for chronic bursitis pain 5. Prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) for chronic atrial fibrillation
The type and brand of grooming products used are important to the health history of:
a. adolescents. b. everyone. c. older adults. d. persons with rashes.
When performing personal care on a 40-year-old white woman, the nurse observes that the client has very little pubic and axillary hair. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Ask the client if she has less pubic hair now than 5 years ago. B. Ask the client the date of her last menstrual period. C. Examine the client's scalp hair for texture and thickness. D. Document the finding as the only action.