Which diagnostic test is the best to diagnose a subdural hematoma (SDH)?
a. History
b. Positron emission tomography (PET)
c. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
d. Computed tomography (CT) scan
ANS: C
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A patient having an examination to check the placement of an intrauterine device (IUD) is diagnosed as being pregnant. For which action should the nurse prepare the patient at this time?
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When caring for a patient with multiple traumatic injuries, which of the following should the nurse do after adequately managing the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation?
1. listen to heart sounds 2. administer prophylactic tetanus toxoid 3. assess level of consciousness 4. transfer the patient to a high-acuity unit
The nurse is teaching a client to self-administer subcutaneous heparin at home. What does the nurse include in client teaching?
1. Use a 22-gauge, 1-inch needle for the heparin injections. 2. Change needles after withdrawing the heparin from the vial. 3. Instruct the client and family to recap all needles used at home. 4. Grab a large pinch of skin and inject heparin into center of skinfold.