The nurse notes excessive swelling of the ankles and legs in a patient with a history of congestive heart failure. What would be a recommended change to this patient's care plan?
A) Reduce oxygen
B) Reduce ambulation
C) Encourage deep breathing
D) Implement dietary changes
B
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When much edema is present, excessive activity should be avoided because it will increase the circulation of the fluid with the toxic wastes it contains and can subject the patient to profound intoxication. Oxygen should not be reduced. Encouraging deep breathing will not help with excessive edema. Dietary changes will not immediately help with the excessive edema.
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a. "Falling asleep easily and only awakening with strong verbal stimuli" b. "Frequently sleeping and awakening only to strong physical stimuli" c. "Unresponsive to any verbal or painful stimuli" d. "Having alternating periods of excitability and drowsiness"
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A) Informed consent is required for all invasive procedures. B) Informed consent is implied for basic, nonspecialized procedures. C) The admission of a blood transfusion requires a signed consent. D) A client giving informed consent is legally acknowledging awareness of other methods of treatment for the disorder/condition.
Multiply the decimals using a calculator: 7.6 x 2.4 __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which statement best represents a core principle of participatory and action research?
A) Community members and the researchers should strive to achieve mutual goals. B) The community health nurse for the research project determines the research agenda. C) The process should be laissez faire and empower the participation of a wide range of community members. D) The relationship between health care experts and community members must be kept confidential.