When auscultating the apex of the lung, you should listen at a point:
a. even with the second rib.
b. 4 cm above the first rib.
c. higher on the right side.
d. on the convex diaphragm surface.
B
The apex of the lung is 4 cm above the first rib.
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Which situations illustrate barriers to communication? Select all that apply
1. The nurse uses active listening when completing the admission interview of a new patient. 2. The nurse assistant frowns and crosses her arms when the nurse is giving instruction. 3. The nurse asks says to the patient, "Tell me about why you came to the hospital today." 4. The nurse assistant says, "Show me how you want input and output recorded." 5. The nurse always says, "it will be alright" when there is a problem on the unit.
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outcome was that the RD changed his diet to a low-cholesterol, low-saturated fat diet. Do you agree with this or should the RD have insisted upon following hospital policy? Explain your answer.
What might cause gas exchange to be impaired?
What will be an ideal response?