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The nurse assumes care of a postoperative adult client with type 2 diabetes mellitus and learns that the client has a current blood glucose level of 720 mg/dL. When assessing the client, what is the priority? A. Assess for signs of fluid volume deficit B. Observe wound drainage characteristics C. Measure the level of acute pain D. Determine when the client last ate - A. Assess for signs of fluid volume deficit A male client tells the nurse that he is concerned that he may have a stomach u...

NU MISC PEDS and OB Final Exam Questions and Answers Latest Update (Verified Answers). A child has a right femur fracture caused by a motor vehicle accident and is placed in skin traction temporarily until surgery can be performed. During assessment, the nurse notes that the dorsalis pedal pulse is absent on the right foot. What action should the nurse take? a. Notify the physician b. Administer an analgesic c. Release the skin traction d. Apply ice to the extremity ANS: A 2. The nurse i...

Regis NU-629 Exam 3 Questions With 100% Correct Answers How does sleep disruption destabilize the college student? - answerIncrease likelihood of stimulant or alcohol abuse; insomnia worsening due to depression and anxiety; depression and anxiety worsening the insomnia;worsen mood instability or trigger latent bipolar disorder How does a poor diet destabilize the college student? - answerWeight gain s/t no parent guidance; cafeteria's food choices; late night studying w/ junk food; lack of exer...

NU 185: Med-Surge II EXAM 4 Questions And Answers (Verified And Updated) A client is admitted for removal of a goiter. Which nursing intervention should receive priority during the postoperative period? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerAssessing the Clients Airway A client is admitted for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Based on the client's diagnosis, the nurse would anticipate an order for? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerCalcium A client with Addison's Disease will most likely exhibit whic...

NU MISC PEDS and OB Final Exam Questions and Answers Latest Update 2024 (Verified Answers). A nurse is providing instructions to the parents of a child with scoliosis regarding the use of a brace. Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching? a. “I will encourage my child to perform prescribed exercises.” b. “I will have my child wear soft fabric clothing under the brace.” c. “I should apply lotion under the brace to prevent skin break down.” d. “I shou...

NU 185: Med-Surge II EXAM 4 Questions And Answers (Verified And Updated) A client is admitted for removal of a goiter. Which nursing intervention should receive priority during the postoperative period? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerAssessing the Clients Airway A client is admitted for treatment of hypoparathyroidism. Based on the client's diagnosis, the nurse would anticipate an order for? *Exam Cram Endocrine - answerCalcium A client with Addison's Disease will most likely exhibit whic...

HESI EXIT V2 EXAM LATEST 2023/2024 GRADED A 1. The nurse is caring for a pre-adolescent client in skeletal Dunlop traction. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for this child? A) Make certain the child is maintained in correct body alignment. B) Be sure the traction weights touch the end of the bed. C) Adjust the head and foot of the bed for the child's comfort D) Release the traction for 15-20 minutes every 6 hours PRN. 2. The nurse is assessing a healthy child at the 2 year ch...

The nurse assumes care of a postoperative adult client with type 2 diabetes mellitus and learns that the client has a current blood glucose level of 720 mg/dL. When assessing the client, what is the priority? A. Assess for signs of fluid volume deficit B. Observe wound drainage characteristics C. Measure the level of acute pain D. Determine when the client last ate - A. Assess for signs of fluid volume deficit A male client tells the nurse that he is concerned that he may have a stomach u...

Pender's Health Promotion Model - ANSWER Individual characteristics and experiences plus behavior specific conditions equal outcomes Hippocrates - ANSWER Greek physician who recognized that there were natural causes of diseases Thomas Sydenham - ANSWER Observed London fevers () James Lind - ANSWER Relationship of diet and disease and prevention of scurvy (vitamin C) Edward Jenner - ANSWER Smallpox vaccination Ignaz Semmelweis - ANSWER Prevent maternal deaths (hand hygiene and sanitatio...

Regis NU-629 Exam 3 Questions With 100% Correct Answers How does sleep disruption destabilize the college student? - answerIncrease likelihood of stimulant or alcohol abuse; insomnia worsening due to depression and anxiety; depression and anxiety worsening the insomnia;worsen mood instability or trigger latent bipolar disorder How does a poor diet destabilize the college student? - answerWeight gain s/t no parent guidance; cafeteria's food choices; late night studying w/ junk food; lack o...