If the pulse is normal, the length of the beat will be slightly longer than the length of the pause.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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To determine the manager's style, the nurse asks the manager: 1. "What shift will I be working?" 2. "How do you implement orientation?" 3. "How do you implement new unit policy?" 4. "What is your view of nurses working overtime?"
Which food affects the absorption of certain cholesterol medications, particularly statins, by increasing their effects?
A. grapefruit juice B. licorice C. vegetable juices D. milk
A G2 TPAL 2002 patient experienced a precipitous birth 90 minutes ago. Her infant weighed 4,200 g, and a repair of a second-degree laceration was needed following the birth
The nurse assesses that the patient's uterus is boggy and deviated to the right. The patient's vaginal bleeding has increased. Which action by the nurse takes priority? A. Assess the vital signs, including blood pressure and pulse. B. Call the health-care provider to examine the woman now. C. Massage the uterine fundus with continual lower-segment support. D. Measure and document each used perineal pad to assess blood loss.
The nurse is caring for a client who is in skin traction. Which nursing actions are appropriate for this client?
Select all that apply. 1. Assess neurovascular status every 4 hours, once stable. 2. Place sheep skin under pressure areas. 3. Massage the skin with lotion or alcohol every 4 hours if redness is noted. 4. Remove the weight first when removing nonadhesive traction. 5. Use a slipper bedpan to minimize movement during elimination.