Clinical features of insidious onset, slow progression, and a lack of other findings to explain the symptoms are fairly diagnostic of which condition?

Why does obtaining the respirations of an infant require a modified approach from that of an adult?

a. Infants breathe through their noses b. Infants have very rapid respirations c. Infants' respirations are thoracic in nature d. Infants' respiratory movements are abdominal

Genetics-related health care is basic to the holistic practice of nursing. What should nursing practice in genetics include?

A) Identifying genetic markers B) Gathering relevant family and medical history information C) Providing advice on termination of pregnancy D) Discouraging females to conceive after the age of 40 years

The postoperative client is receiving butorphanol tartrate (Stadol) IM for pain control. Which intervention or precaution should the nurse employ specifically for this drug?

A. Assessing bowel sounds in all four quadrants B. Performing neurologic checks every 2 hours C. Assessing the client for drug dependence D. Assessing blood pressure every 2 hours

A patient in the emergency room is suspected to have an overdose of benzodiazepines. Which assessment findings validate this diagnosis? Select all that apply

a. Blood pressure 180/94 mm Hg b. Diminished reflexes c. Hypervigilance d. Somnolence e. Confusion