The arterial blood gases of a patient with a large mass in the right lung show increasing hypoxemia and the patient will be intubated for placement on a mechanical ventilator. In which position should the nurse place this patient until intubation is begun?
1. Flat in bed lying on the left side
2. Flat in bed lying on the right side
3. Lying on the left side with the head of the bed elevated to 30 degrees
4. Lying on the right side with the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees
Answer: 3
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A) "Most healthy, recently menopausal women should not use HRT for relief of hot flashes and vaginal dryness." B) "HRT is the least effective treatment of menopausal hot flashes and vaginal dryness." C) "If vaginal dryness and painful intercourse are the only symptoms, then low-dose vaginal estrogen is preferred." D) "The risk of blood clots in the legs or lungs is further increased by using transdermal patches, gels, or sprays."
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I really thought I would be better by now." What nursing action is most important at this time? A) Give emotional support to the patient and family. B) Schedule a visit to the patient's primary physician within 24 hours. C) Notify the physician that the patient needs a referral to a psychologist. D) Place a referral for a social worker to visit the patient.
This theory deals with perception and thinking
A) Psychosocial theory B) Nursing theory C) Adaptation theory D) Cognitive theory
According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, which of the following are among the "rights" of delegation? (Select all that apply. )
1. Supervision 2. Evaluation 3. Client 4. Time 5. Task