A patient angina with pectoris secondary to atherosclerotic disease asks why he experiences chest pain with exertion. The nurse informs him that exertion:
A) Increases the heart's oxygen demands
B) Causes vasoconstriction of the heart
C) Increases blood flow to the mesenteric area
D) Reduces the effectiveness of medications
Ans: A
Feedback: Physical exertion increases the myocardial oxygen demand. If the patient has arteriosclerosis of the coronary arteries, blood supply is diminished to the myocardium.
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A) Ignore the comment because the patient is unconscious. B) Discourage the comments. C) Report the comment to the supervisor. D) Realize humor is needed in the workplace.
A nurse is administering a diuretic that inhibits reabsorption of sodium and chloride ions in the distal and proximal tubules and in the loop of Henle. Which of the following might the nurse be administering? Select all that apply
A) Chlorothiazide B) Furosemide C) Bumetanide D) Mannitol E) Spironolactone
The hospice nurse is planning a community program that emphasizes the 2020 National Health Goals to reduce long-term illness and early death in children. Which information should the nurse include in this program? (Select all that apply.)
A) Strategies to prevent unintentional injury B) Seeking early prenatal care when pregnant C) Following recommended immunization schedules D) Supporting childhood physical activity expectations E) Following recommended dietary intake requirements
When assessing a client's respiratory status, which nonrespiratory data is essential for the nurse to obtain?
A. Usual daily fluid intake B. Neck circumference C. Height and weight D. Occupation and hobbies