Which manifestations of vasoocclusive crisis are associated with sickle cell disease (SCD) in children?
a. Atelectasis and pneumonia
b. Edema of the hands and feet
c. Stasis ulcers of the hands, ankles, and feet
d. Splenomegaly and hepatomegaly
Answer: b. Edema of the hands and feet
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a. Has chronic allergies. b. May have an infection. c. Is exhibiting a normal finding for a well child of this age. d. Should be referred for additional evaluation.
A patient comes to the dermatology clinic requesting the removal of a port-wine stain on his right cheek. The nurse knows that the procedure especially useful in treating cutaneous vascular lesions such as port-wine stains is what?
A) Skin graft B) Laser treatment C) Chemical face peeling D) Free flap
Which of the following scenarios BEST demonstrates codependence?
a. taking the addict to the hospital when he or she begins to experience seizures and hallucinations b. attending Alanon, Alateen, or other support groups for family members of the person who is addicted c. cooking a good meal for the spouse after he or she has stopped bingeing with the drug of choice d. calling in to a spouse's work to report that he or she has the flu when he or she is sick from drugging
What does the nurse have a legal responsibility to prevent if family members are present while CPR is delivered to a patient?
1. Post-traumatic stress syndrome of family members from viewing CPR 2. Breach of confidentiality about the patient's medical information during CPR 3. Family vendetta for perceived unskilled or less efficient staff during CPR 4. Patient's lack of privacy and physical exposure during CPR