NURSING 350 (NURSING 350)

Chapter38:Care of Patients with Vascular Problems Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A client with atherosclerosis asks a nurse which factors are responsible for this condition. What is the nurse’s best response? a. “Injury to the arteries causes them to spasm, reducing blood flow to the extremities.” b. “Excess fats in your diet are stored in the lining of your arteries, causing them to constrict.” c. “A combination of platelets and fats accumulates, narrowing the artery and re...

Chap 32: Care of Patients with Noninfectious Lower Respiratory Problems Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A client with asthma reports “not being able to take deep breaths.” The nurse auscultates decreased breath sounds in the bases, and no wheezes. What is the nurse’s best action? a. Encourage the client to stay calm and take deep breaths. b. Document the findings and continue to monitor. c. Have the client cough forcefully. d. Assess the client’s oxygen saturation. ANS: D Dec...