The nurse is caring for a client who has severe cardiovascular disease. In an attempt to decrease preload and to reduce pulmonary congestion, the nurse places the client in which position?
What will be an ideal response?
High Fowler's
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When a client provides written instruction of their personal choices related to health care that is recognized under state law, the nurse recognizes that this is considered:
a. an advance directive b. a health care provider's order c. a durable power of attorney for health care d. a living will
A client with a heart condition controlled on which of the following drugs must be monitored closely by the nurse for worsening atrial fibrillation if levothyroxine is initiated to treat hypothyroidism? Select all that apply
A) Lisinopril (Prinivil) B) Digoxin (Lanoxin) C) Diltiazem (Cardizem) D) Metoprolol (Toprol) E) Warfarin (Coumadin)
A patient at 18 weeks' gestation has been diagnosed with a hydatidiform mole
In addition to vaginal bleeding, which signs or symptoms would the nurse expect to see? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Hyperemesis and hypertension 2. Diarrhea and hyperthermia 3. Uterine enlargement greater than expected 4. Polydipsia 5. Vaginal bleeding
Which of these, if stated by a patient, indicates to the nurse correct understanding of appropriate action to prevent AIDS-related wasting syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
a. Drink liquids before meals. b. Eat a low-residue diet. c. Eat three high-calorie, high-protein meals a day, plus snacks. d. Enjoy food odors to stimulate appetite. e. Numb painful oral sores with ice or popsicles. f. Increase consumption of caffeine-containing foods and fluids.