A nurse explains that when a patient history reveals a recent episode of vomiting and diarrhea, the nurse anticipates that this fluid loss will cause _____ and increased blood viscosity
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
hemoconcentration
Hemoconcentration occurs when fluid is lost through dehydration, which makes the blood more viscous and shows an inaccurately high value of hemoglobin.
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The nurse safeguards the client's safety by ensuring that which of the following is carried out during the admission process? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Using an interpreter if the client has difficulty understanding the language 2. Verifying the client's name with the name on the door 3. Verifying any allergies the client reports 4. Orienting the client to the hospital unit 5. Explaining all procedures as the admission process progresses
The nurse is assessing an older adult client who is experiencing a myocardial infarction. What clinical manifestation does the nurse expect in this client?
a. Excruciating pain on inspiration b. Left lateral chest wall pain c. Disorientation and confusion d. Numbness and tingling of the arm
There are characteristics and a normal sequence of human growth and development. The nurse sees a 3-month-old child in the pediatrician's office
The mother asks the nurse what the normal level of cognitive development should be for a 3-month-old child. Based on this information, what would the nurse teach the client's mother as being the major level of cognitive development for a 3-month-old child? A) Develops a preferred sleeping position and cry to signal needs B) Laughs, squeals, and looks at objects for several seconds, and reaches for and grasps objects C) Smiles, babbles, follows lights and reacts to sounds D) Develops social smile, responds to pleasurable interactions, such as looking at the mother's face
The nurse is taking a history on a patient with probable gynecologic cancer. Which clinical manifestation is a sign of metastasis?
a. Watery vaginal discharge b. Constipation c. Dyspareunia d. Dysuria