The nurse is caring for a child admitted with congenital aganglionic megacolon. Which clinical manifestation would the child most likely demonstrate with this health problem?
A) Prolonged bleeding
B) Chronic cough
C) Persistent constipation
D) Irregular breathing
Ans: C
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Which of the following statements made by the nurse recruiter is characteristic of recruitment activities?
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A nurse manager has recently held an educational program for newly hired nurses on the high acuity care unit. Which of the statements by a participant indicates the need for further education?
1. "The plan of care should ensure the wishes of the patient at the time of death.". 2. "The palliative care plan should seek to ensure the patient and family understands the disease status.". 3. "Advanced directives are not included in the palliative plan of care.". 4. "The goals of medical care should be included in the palliative plan of care.".
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A. electrocardiogram B. encephalogram C. mammogram D. angiogram