The nurse is assessing for changes in the nails of a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The nurse would document clubbing of the fingers if the angle of the nail bed exceeds _________ degrees
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
160
Rationale : A nail bed with an angle greater than 160 degrees suggests a clubbed nail.
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A patient, with a draining enterocutaneous fistula, is developing skin breakdown around the opening of the fistula. Which of the following should the nurse do to reduce this patient's risk of further skin injury?
1. consult an enterostomal nurse for wound and skin care 2. use gauze pads to wick the drainage away from the fistula opening 3. use an abdominal binder to secure gauze pads over the fistula opening 4. keep the wound open to air and permit the draining to air dry
The nurse is discussing the administration of gavage feedings to a child who is unable to take fluids and foods by mouth. Which statement is accurate related to gavage feedings?
A) A gastrostomy tube is a tube passed into the stomach through the nose or mouth B) An enteral tube is surgically inserted through the abdominal wall into the stomach C) A bolus feeding is a feeding given continuously at a slow rate of speed D) For long-term gavage feedings, a gastrostomy button may be inserted
The nurse is caring for children with special needs. Which of the following is a recommended nursing consideration when dealing with the families of these children?
A) In the hospital, first show the family the best way of carrying out a procedure. B) Assist the family to set realistic long-term goals. C) Encourage the family to be very protective of their child. D) Tell parents to assign the child household chores and responsibilities.
What is the mechanism of action of osmotic agents when used to decrease IOP?
a. Promoting outflow of the aqueous humor into the tear ducts b. Increasing plasma osmolarity and drawing extracellular fluid into the blood c. Blocking production of aqueous humor d. Decreasing viscosity of the tears and allowing fluid to drain away from the eye