Compare and contrast transmural versus subendocardial infarct
What will be an ideal response?
Transmural infarct involves necrosis of the full thickness of the myocardial wall from endocardium to epicardium and is usually caused by the thrombosis of a major artery. Subendocardial infarct involves only a portion of the myocardial wall.
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a. ambulate the patient to help expel gas. b. irrigate the ileostomy with 500 mL of warm water. c. notify the charge nurse immediately of possible obstruction. d. turn the patient on the left side to help drain the ileostomy.
Characteristics of a premature infant are: (Select all that apply.)
a. Lanugo over the forehead and shoulders b. Loose transparent skin c. Copious vernix caseosa d. Flat abdomen e. Large genitals
The nurse is counting an infant’s respirations. Which technique is correct?
a. Watching the chest rise and fall
b. Watching the abdomen for movement
c. Placing a hand across the infant's chest
d. Using a stethoscope to listen to the breath sounds
Prescription drugs are also referred to as
A. diagnostic drugs B. palliative drugs C. legend drugs D. over-the-counter drugs