What is cyanosis and when should this condition be looked for?
What will be an ideal response?
Cyanosis is a condition in which the patient's skin looks blue
because of a lack of oxygen in the blood. Look for cyanosis
when applying cold applications.
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Select all that apply. A) Peripheral perfusion B) Fluid volume overload C) Frequent blood glucose monitoring D) Intravenous fluid infusions E) Insulin infusion
What is a management function associated with career development?
A) Is self-aware of personal values influencing career development B) Encourages employees to take responsibility for their own career planning C) Identifies, encourages, and develops future leaders D) Works cooperatively with other departments in arranging for the release of employees to take other positions within the organization
Which of the following is important information for the nurse to provide to a group of manual laborers in a class on prevention of back pain?
A) Avoid lifting more than one-third of body weight without assistance B) Focus on using back muscles during lifting C) Lift objects while holding the object away from the body D) Tighten the abdominal muscles and lock the knees during the lifting of an object
Which of the following data on a client's health history would the nurse identify as contributing to the client's risk for an ectopic pregnancy?
A) Use of oral contraceptives for 5 years B) Ovarian cyst 2 years ago C) Recurrent pelvic infections D) Heavy, irregular menses