A nurse is teaching a class on adult health. Which age-related problems of kidneys are mentioned? Select all that apply.
A) Gradual decline in the weight
B) Inability to conserve sodium
C) Inability to concentrate urine
D) Increase in renal blood flow
E) Gradual increase in the size
C) Inability to concentrate urine
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A newborn is admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The parents are concerned because they cannot stay for long hours to visit. Which statement made by the nurse is most appropriate?
1. "Why can't you visit after work every day?" 2. "One of you could take a leave of absence to be here more." 3. "Perhaps the grandparents can make the visits for you." 4. "Parents often feel this way; you can call any time to see how your baby is doing."
The nurse comes upon the scene of a multiple motor vehicle crash and decides to stop and help because there are no emergency personnel present. The first priority for the nurse is to:
1. Ensure that victims are removed from their cars. 2. Quickly check all victims and perform CPR on the most injured. 3. Assess the scene for safety to prevent more harm. 4. Begin treating clients trapped in their cars.
A client had a mastectomy yesterday. Today, the nurse must teach this client exercises to promote function on the operative side. When should this teaching occur?
1. Before administering pain medication, so the client is still alert. 2. Whenever the client expresses a desire to learn, despite pain status. 3. Approximately 30 minutes after administering pain medication. 4. Immediately after administering pain medication.
The nurse is teaching a female client who uses a contraceptive diaphragm about reducing the risk for toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Which information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
A) Remove the diaphragm immediately after intercourse. B) Wash the diaphragm with an alcohol solution. C) Use the diaphragm to prevent conception during the menstrual cycle. D) Do not leave the diaphragm in place longer than 8 hours after intercourse. E) Contact a healthcare provider a sudden onset of fever grater than 101ยบ F appears. F) Replace the old diaphragm every 3 months.