Upon evaluation of a patient's laboratory studies, the nurse notes an increase in several cell counts on the complete blood count. Which of the following cell counts increase because they are the first cells to arrive at the site of inflammation?
A) Eosinophils
B) Red blood cell
C) Lymphocytes
D) Neutrophils
Ans: D
Feedback: Neutrophils are the first cells to arrive at the site where inflammation occurs.
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A postmenopausal client asks the nurse what she can do to prevent fracturing her hips, as her mother and grandmother both experienced this health problem. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) "You should avoid all types of exercise." B) "You should consider a smoking cessation program." C) "You should limit your exposure to the sun." D) "You should use throw rugs throughout the home."
A client scheduled for a late second trimester abortion is told of the possibility of delivering a live fetus. The client states she was unaware of this possibility and is no longer sure she wants an abortion. The best response by the nurse is:
a. "Don't worry, we won't show you the fetus." b. "If you wait any longer, the possibility of a live fetus increases." c. "Would you like some time to think this over or discuss it with someone." d. "It's really not that common, so chances are it won't happen to you."
Which of the following nursing pioneers established the Red Cross in the United States in 1882?
A) Florence Nightingale B) Clara Barton C) Dorothea Dix D) Jane Addams
The patient is complaining of a severe headache. The physician orders aspirin. Which action by the nurse will result in the fastest relief of the patient's headache?
1. Administer the aspirin with an alkaline food, like cottage cheese. 2. Administer the aspirin in an enteric-coated formulation. 3. Administer the aspirin with a high-fat food, like peanut butter. 4. Administer the aspirin on an empty stomach.