PPH may be sudden and result in rapid blood loss. The nurse must be alert to the symptoms of hemorrhage and hypovolemic shock and be prepared to act quickly to minimize blood loss
Astute assessment of circulatory status can be done with noninvasive monitoring. Please match the type of noninvasive assessment that the RN would perform with the appropriate clinical manifestation or body system.
a. Palpation d. Observation
b. Auscultation e. Measurement
c. Inspection
40. Pulse oximetry
41. Heart sounds
42. Arterial pulses
43. Skin color, temperature, turgor
44. Presence or absence of anxiety
40. ANS: E
41. ANS: B
42. ANS: A
43. ANS: C
44. ANS: D
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a. To invoice the nurse for reimbursement b. To protect the patient in case of a mal-practice suit c. To ensure everyone is working toward a common goal of providing safe care d. To contribute to a worldwide databank for trends in health care
A client asks why fiber is a carbohydrate that is good for people and high fructose corn syrup as a carbohydrate is not. What should the nurse explain to the client?
a. Fiber is a great source of energy b. Fiber digests slowly and slows the absorption of sugars c. High fructose corn syrup is only found in soft drink beverages d. Sugar, in the form of high fructose corn syrup, contributes to weight gain
Verbal communication is extremely important in caring for clients. Listening to clients is just as important. Which of the following are keys to effective listening?
a. giving full attention d. summarizing what client has said b. avoiding interrup-tions e. validating client's concerns c. providing premature interpretations
Which prescription is nephrotoxic if an overdose occurs?
A. Lorazepam (Ativan) B. Amitriptyline (Elavil) C. Ibuprofen (Advil) D. Quetiapine (Seroquel)