Which of the following diseases may result in decreased lung compliance?
A) emphysema B) appendicitis C) acne D) chronic diarrhea
A
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Which of the following would a faith community health nurse identify as being the same as all other professional nurses?
A) Caring B) Listening C) Client mobilization D) Use of the nursing process
A first-year nursing student has received a midterm grade of "D" and is disappointed. She says to the instructor, "I just don't have enough time to do all the reading and assignments
I have to work; I have two children; I have to do grocery shopping, make the meals, and participate in a carpool; and I just don't have enough time to study." The nursing instructor suggests which of the following to her? a. Setting priorities b. Obtaining counseling and tutoring c. Developing a time plan and schedule d. Dropping out of school for the semester
A patient being mechanically ventilated requires increasing PEEP for worsening ARDS. The order for PEEP is now at 20 cm of H2O. The nurse will need to contact the physician immediately if which condition develops?
1. Lung sounds greater on one side than the other 2. Lung sounds with crackles 3. Diminished peripheral pulses 4. High-pressure alarm
When planning nursing care to promote normal elimination, what is the best time for the nurse to assist an elderly patient to the bathroom?
a. Immediately after breakfast b. Just before dinner c. 30 minutes after dinner d. 15 minutes after breakfast