A nurse is assisting with a thoracentesis. In preparation, the nurse should position the patient in the
1. Semi-Fowler position.
2. Supine position.
3. Side-lying position.
4. Orthopneic position.
ANS: 4
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A) hyperglycemia. B) hypoglycemia. C) hyponatremia. D) hyperkalemia.
The nurse teaches the prenatal class attendees about herbal medications that may cause uterine contractions and preterm labor. Which of the following herbal preparations should be avoided because they act as uterine stimulants? (Select all that apply.)
A. Black cohosh B. Dong quai C. Ephedra D. Mugwort E. Senna
The client having a brief surgical procedure under a local anesthetic (mepivacaine) starts to have muscle twitching in both upper extremities. What is the nurse's best first action?
A. Notify the surgeon. B. Document this expected response. C. Cover the client with a warm blanket. D. Apply soft restraints to the upper extremities.
Which of the following combinations of diseases increases the risk for limb amputation?
A. Hypercholesterolemia and hypertension B. Hypercholesterolemia and anemia C. Hypercholesterolemia and diabetes D. Hypercholesterolemia and hemophilia