The nurse is preparing to assess a client that is withdrawing from opioids. Which assessment findings should the nurse anticipate?
A. Abdominal cramping
B. Orthostatic hypotension
C. Hot, dry skin
D. Violent yawning
E. Agitation
Answer:
a. abdominal cramping
b. orthostatic hypotension
d. violent yawning
e. agitation
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A child has been hospitalized with suspected osteomyelitis. The child's white blood cell count (WBC) is 22,000/mm3 and his C-reactive protein is 15 mg/dL. Which conclusion by the nurse is appropriate based on these laboratory values?
A. The child has an infection somewhere. B. The child has osteomyelitis. C. The child is immunocompromised. D. These tests are not related to the condition.
In the mental health context, the care provider who acknowledges the client as a human being who is worthy of respect and dignity is practicing
1. attitude. 2. acceptance. 3. allowances. 4. attribution.
The neonatal nurse assesses newborns for iron-deficiency anemia. Which of the following newborns is at highest risk for this disorder?
A) A postterm newborn B) A term newborn with jaundice C) A newborn born to a diabetic mother D) A premature newborn
The nurse is caring for a preterm infant who is receiving caffeine citrate for treatment of apnea of prematurity. What signs should indicate caffeine toxicity?
a. Bradycardia and hypotension b. Oliguria and sleepiness c. Vomiting and irritability d. Constipation and weight loss