MC Inaccurate pulse oximetry readings can be found in clients with
A. Polycythemia.
B. Recent contrast media studies.
C. High CO2 levels.
D. Cardiac anomalies.
B
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a. Pull the pinna down and back before instilling the drops. b. Pull the pinna upward and outward before instilling the drops. c. Instill the drops directly; no special positioning is necessary. d. Position the patient supine with the head of the bed elevated 30°.
The nurse is working with the family of a child who has phenylketonuria (PKU) disease. The nurse reinforces to the family that the child needs:
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The nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with hypertension. The client asks what medications may be used to treat the condition. The nurse begins by discussing the primary antihypertensive agents, which include which medications?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Diuretics 2. Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) 3. Beta-adrenergic antagonists 4. Direct-acting vasodilators 5. Peripheral adrenergic antagonists