When caring for a patient with a recent TIA, you consider that:
A. long-term antiplatelet therapy is likely indicated.
B. this person has a relatively low risk of future stroke.
C. women present with this disorder more often than men.
D. rehabilitation will be needed to minimize the effects of the resulting neurological insult.
Answer: A. long-term antiplatelet therapy is likely indicated.
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The patient says that she will call and attend a meeting. The nurse assesses the coping strategy the client is using as: 1. internal family coping by sharing feelings. 2. external family coping by seeking information. 3. external family coping by seeking social support. 4. internal family coping to maintain a cohesive family unit.
A patient who is prescribed ezetimibe (Zetia) has developed swelling around the eyes, nose, and lips. What is the nurse's priority action at this time?
a. Elevate the head of the bed. b. Notify the prescriber. c. Assess the patient's airway. d. Check the patient's blood pressure.
Which type of validity can be affected by missing values problems?
a. Statistical conclusion validity b. Internal validity c. External validity d. All three types of validity
Elimination is promoted by
A. inactivity and immobility. B. trying to use the bedpan or urinal hourly. C. fiber in the diet and adequate fluid intake. D. taking extra pain medications daily.