The nurse is providing follow up care to victims of a disaster that occurred several months ago. Assessment of which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect that the victims are experiencing possible aftereffects of the disaster?
A) Tachycardia
B) Profuse perspiration
C) Unexplained gastrointestinal disturbance
D) Tremors
C
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severe anxiety asks the nurse "Don't you agree that not being able to go out is pretty stupid?" The most therapeutic reply is a. "No, I do not think it's stupid.". b. "Many individuals share this situation with you.". c. "You feel stupid because you're afraid to leave home?" d. "I guess some people might say that being housebound is pretty strange.".
While evaluating a client's electrocardiogram (ECG) before surgery, the preoperative nurse identifies large, wide Q waves. What is the nurse's best interpretation of this finding?
a. An acute myocardial infarction is occur-ring. b. The client had a myocardial infarction in the past. c. The ventricles are enlarged and failing. d. The ECG is a common variation of normal sinus rhythm.
It has been calculated that a patient in the intensive care unit needs 1800 calories each day to sustain normal metabolic functioning
The nurse calculates that which of the following number of calories are needed to sustain central nervous system functioning? 1. 1440 calories 2. 720 calories 3. 900 calories 4. 360 calories
A nurse has been studying theory in class. Which of the following statements indicates that the nurse has an adequate understanding of theory?
a. "A theory can be used to predict some-thing.". b. "A theory can measure outcomes.". c. "Theory can be helpful to formulate a plan of action.". d. "Theory is used to help evaluate interven-tions.".