Pain at the end of life is most often due to all of the following except
A. Musculoskeletal disorders
B. Headache
C. Cancer pain
D. Neuropathic pain
B
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The nurse is caring for a patient who has central venous pressure (CVP) monitoring in place. The nurse's most recent assessment reveals that CVP is 7 mm Hg. What is the nurse's most appropriate action?
A) Arrange for continuous cardiac monitoring and reposition the patient. B) Remove the CVP catheter and apply an occlusive dressing. C) Assess the patient for fluid overload and inform the physician. D) Raise the head of the patient's bed and have the patient perform deep breathing exercise, if possible.
The nurse is caring for a client with a fracture of cervical vertebrae 4. Which piece of equipment connects the client to traction for this type of injury?
1. Pearson attachment 2. Buck's extension 3. Thomas splint 4. Crutchfield tongs
MC The Gates Foundation is funding the development of a viable AIDS vaccine and the eradication of childhood diseases through immunization. Though based in the United States, this foundation is considered a
A. Sector-wide approach to health. B. Bilateral agency. C. Non-governmental organization. D. Unilateral agency.
A patient says, "I have trouble falling asleep at night and might lie awake until 3 or 4 AM before falling sleep." Which medication would the nurse expect a health care provider to prescribe for this patient?
a. zolpidem (Ambien) b. flurazepam (Dalmane) c. risperidone (Risperdal) d. methylphenidate (Ritalin)