As a nursing assistant, you note skin irritation around a cast. You should notify the physician immediately
True
False
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A female patient has nausea, breast tenderness, fatigue, and amenorrhea. Her last menstrual period was 6 weeks ago. The nurse interprets that this patient is experiencing __________ signs of pregnancy
a. Positive b. Possible c. Probable d. Presumptive
For severe preeclampsia, the drug of choice to prevent maternal seizures is
A) phenobarbital. B) diazepam. C) nitroprusside. D) magnesium sulfate.
The nurse is caring for a hospitalized infant. When the infant begins to cry, the parents report they do not believe in responding too rapidly, as they do not wish to spoil their child
Which response by the nurse is most appropriate? 1. "I agree with your philosophy of child rearing." 2. "There are many studies that support this belief." 3. "Responding quickly to your baby's cries will assist the baby in feeling secure and does not result in a spoiled child." 4. "Children who experience separation anxiety have been spoiled by their parents."
The nurse is assessing the client's pupillary responses. The client is found to have no consensual response. The finding indicates which of the following to the nurse?
1. Cranial nerve III may not be functioning appropriately. 2. This is a normal finding. 3. This is evidence of increased intracranial pressure. 4. This is evidence of optic nerve damage.