Medicine

aerobic actinomycetes can cause different types of infections. all of the following are acceptable sites for the recovery of aerobic actinomycetes except?
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when administering a fibrinolytic agent to a patient experiencing an ami, the nurse explains that the purpose is to
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a client in labor has been pushing effectively for 1 hour and the presenting part is at a 2 station. the nurse determines which physiological need is primary to the client at this time?
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g in a clinical trial for a new acne medication, researcher gave patients either a medicated cream or a placebo cream to use on blemishes each day. after 6 weeks, each patient was evaluated by a dermatologist who was not told whether the patient had a medicated or a placebo cream. this is an example of
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a client with an inflamed sciatic nerve is to have a conventional transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (tens) device applied to the painful nerve pathway. when operating the tens unit, which nursing action is appropriate?
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which of the following laxatives is of a new class of drugs that has indications of chronic idiopathic constipation in adults, irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women at least 18 years old, and treatment of opioid induced constipation in noncancer pain:
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Which of the following statements about catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) is true?
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which statement best describes nutrient density? a. choose a number of different foods within any given food group rather than the same old thing. b. consume a variety of foods from myplate's five major food groups every day. c. plan your entire day's dietary intake so that you do not overconsume nutrient sources. d. consume foods that have the most nutrients when compared to their calories.
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the nurse is attempting to inspect the lacrimal apparatus of a client's eye. because of its anatomical location, the nurse would do which action?
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which problem is the nurse trying to prevent by encouraging a client with a spinal cord injury to increase oral fluid intake?
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encouraging individuals to take a daily dose of aspirin to reduce the chance of another heart attack is an example of which level of prevention?
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critical thinking is especially important in nursing while caring for parents. in what ways can critical thinking impact nursing
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which statement by a client with type 2 diabetes indicates to the nurse that additional dietary teaching is needed?
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which data would the nurse use to determine a client's score on the braden scale to predict a client's risk for developing pressure injuries? select all that apply. one, some, or all responses may be correct.
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a woman is admitted to the postpartum unit after delivering a 9 lb, 2 oz infant. which action by the nurse should receive the highest priority?
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while receiving an adrenergic beta2 agonist medication for asthma, the client complains of palpitations, chest pain, and a throbbing headache. which nursing action is the most appropriate?
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a neonate was born by vaginal birth and initial assessment revealed no distress. however, the infant soon developed dyspnea and then apnea. the care team in the room attempted to manage the infant's distress independently and neglected to call an emergency code, which was later determined to be necessary. root cause analysis of this event should begin by asking what question?
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which of the following is not true concerning ems equipment on board an ambulance: a. all equipment must be clean and in working order. b. all equipment must be included on the list of medical equipment approved by the regional advisory council (rac). c. all equipment must have a battery back-up, if appropriate, or have an alternate source of power. d. the equipment list shall include equipment required for the transport and treatment of adult, pediatric and neonate patients
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a client is admitted to the health care facility with a diagnosis of pediculosis capitis. what would the nurse expect to find in the client?
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Which of the following is not one of the stages of the general adaptation syndrome?a. alarm reactionb. stage of resolutionc. stage of exhaustiond. stage of resistance
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which statement made by an older adult most strongly supports the nurse's conclusion that the client has impacted stool?
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the nurse is teaching the client about dietary control of gout. which statement made by the client indicates successful learning?
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which assessment would the nurse include during routine visits for an infant being treated for talipes equinovarus (clubfoot) who has a cast change every 2 to 3 weeks? select all that apply. one, some, or all responses may be correct.
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he nurse provides care for a client who has had a stroke and is at high risk for aspiration. in which position(s) does the nurse place the client to maintain an open airway? select all that apply.
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