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While assessing a patient, a nurse notes the following findings: poor skin turgor, decreased blood pressure, and a rapid pulse. The patient reports having flu-like symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea for the past three days. Based on the above data, which of these laboratory tests should the patient have? 1. serum amylase, cholesterol, and urine glucose 2. serum sodium, chloride, and magnesium levels 3. hemoglobin, RBC, and platelet sounds 4. urine osmolarity, BUN, and hema...

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PEDS and OB Final Exam 1. 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 is providing care to a 7-year-old child who has been diagnosed ...

ATI Mobility Quiz Latest Update Already Graded A A nurse in a clinic is talking with a client who has a new diagnosis of osteoarthritis. The nurse should anticipate that the client will require teaching about which of the following medications? A. Acetaminophen B. Celecoxib C. Cyclobenzaprine D. Ibuprofen A. Acetaminophen According to the American Pain Society, acetaminophen is the primary drug of choice for treating osteoarthritis. The provider would likely begin with this medication. A n...

NU MISC PEDS and OB Final Exam Questions and Answers Latest Update Graded A+ (Verified Answers). The nurse is providing care to a 7-year-old child who has been diagnosed with avascular necrosis. The patient’s guardians ask the nurse what to expect due to this diagnosis. Which would be appropriate information to provide to the parents? a. The child will be hospitalized and placed in traction. b. The child will be treated by surgically placing a femoral screw. c. The child will be placed in...

HESI Idiopathic Scoliosis Test with Complete Solutions 1. Following the meeting with the HCP, what priority intervention should the nurse implement to ensure that Anthony and his family understand the information? - - Provide a review for clarification of the information provided 2. Anthony is having diagnostic tests to confirm the diagnosis of scoliosis. *Which test is the most conclusive of the diagnosis?* - - an X-ray 3. The nurse performs an assessment on Anthony. What objective data i...

Final exam Health & Reimb questions and answers with solutions. Dr. Gilbert sees a 14-old-male with adolescent idiopathic thoracic scoliosis. Surgery for spinal fusion was cancelled after the patient was diagnosed with mononucleosis. On today's visit the patient is started on prednisone for severe sore throat and difficulty swallowing. The patient was accompanied by his parents who have health insurance through the mother's employment at the State Department of Treasury. Who is the firs...

NLN Question - NCLEX Practice Exam Questions With 100% Correct Answers While assessing a patient, a nurse notes the following findings: poor skin turgor, decreased blood pressure, and a rapid pulse. The patient reports having flu-like symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea for the past three days. Based on the above data, which of these laboratory tests should the patient have? 1. serum amylase, cholesterol, and urine glucose 2. serum sodium, chloride, and magnesium levels 3....