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A 52-year-old woman is admitted with dyspnea and discomfort in her left chest with deep breaths. She has smoked for 35 years and recently lost over 10lbs. Her vital signs on admission are: HR 112 BP 138/82 RR 22 tympanic temperature 36.8 degrees C (98.2 F), and O2 saturation is 94%. She is receiving oxygen at 2L via a nasal cannula. Which vital sign reflects positive outcome of the oxygen therapy? 1. Temperature: 37 degrees C (98.6 F) 2. Radial pulse: 112 3. Respiratory rate: 24 4. O2 saturation...

1. Define diagnostic reasoning Reflective thinking because thhe process involves questioning one's thinking to determine if all possible avenues have been explored & if thhe conclusions that are bein g drawn are based on evidence. Seen as a kind of critical thinking. 2. What is subjective data? Anything thhe patient tells you or complains of regarding thheir symptoms Chief complaint HPI ROS 3. What is objective data? Anything YOU can see, touch, feel, hear, or smell as part of your exam Include...

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NSG 6420 WEEK 5 Quiz with complete solutions | Latest 2023/2024 In examination of the nose, the clinician observes gray, pale mucous membranes with clear, serous discharge. This is most likely indicative of: b) Allergic rhinitis Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities, edema, and dusky color of both ankles and feet. Which of the following is the most likely cause for these symptoms? c) Venous insufficiency Which of the following ...

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Fundamentals Exam 1 NCLEX Practice Test Questions & Answers-A 52-year-old woman is admitted with dyspnea and discomfort in her left chest with deep breaths. She has smoked for 35 years and recently lost over 10 lbs. Her vital signs on admission are: HR 112, BP 138/82, RR 22, tympanic temperature 36.8° C (98.2° F), and oxygen saturation 94%. She is receiving oxygen at 2 L via a nasal cannula. Which vital sign reflects a positive outcome of the oxygen therapy? A. Temperature: 37° C (98.6° F...

ATI RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B 1. A nurse is assessing a client who received 2 units of packed RBCs 48 hr. ago. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the therapy has been effective? a. Hemoglobin 14.9 g/dl b. WBC count 12000/mm3 c. Potassium 4.8 mEq/L d. BUN 18 mg/dl 2. A nurse working in an emergency department is triaging four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for treatment first? a. An older adult client w...