A physician tells the nurse that a patient's vertebra prominens is tender and asks the nurse to reevaluate the area in 1 hour. The area of the body the nurse will assess is the area:
A) just above the diaphragm.
B) just lateral to the knee cap.
C) at the level of the C7 vertebra.
D) at the level of the T11 vertebra.
Ans: C) at the level of the C7 vertebra.
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The nurse is caring for a patient who will be undergoing flexible sigmoidoscopy testing to screen for colon cancer. What goal will the nurse include in the patient's plan of care?
a. Patient will verbalize understanding of pre-procedure preparation to be completed at home the day before the test. b. Patient will feel comfortable about the upcoming test and have trust in the health care providers. c. Patient will learn common side effects of the medications used to prepare the GI tract for endoscopy testing. d. Patient will realize how important regular sigmoidoscopy testing is in the prevention of colon cancer.
The nurse is caring for a patient taking an oral neuroleptic medication. What is the nurse's priority assessment to monitor for?
A) Urge incontinence B) Orthostatic hypotension C) Bradycardia D) Tardive dyskinesia
The nurse who witnesses the patient's signature on an informed consent form is confirming which of the following?
a. The patient understands what is to be done. b. The physician explained the procedure. c. The patient understands the cost of the pro-cedure. d. The person who signed the form is the patient and the patient is competent, alert, and aware.
Which is the best nursing response to a parent asking about antidiarrheal medication for her 18-month-old child?
a. "It is okay to give antidiarrheal medication to a young child as long as you follow the directions on the box for correct dosage.". b. "Antidiarrheal medication is not recommended for young children because it slows the body's attempt to rid itself of the pathogen.". c. "I'm sure your child won't like the taste so give her extra fluids when you give the medication.". d. "Antidiarrheal medication will decrease the frequency of stools, but give your child Gatorade to maintain electrolyte balance.".