NURS 6002 (NURS6002)

A nurse is caring for a client who had abdominal surgery 24 hr ago. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority? - Assist with deep breathing and coughing A nurse is talking with a client who has stage IV breast cancer. The nurse should recognize which of the following statements by the client as a constructive use of a defense mechanism? - "I told my doctor that I would like to start a support group for other women who are sick in my community" A nurse is caring for a ...

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? - Hemoglobin 14.9 g/dL A nurse working in an emergency department is triaging four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for treatment first? - A middle adult client who has unstable vital signs A nurse is caring for a client who has fluid volume overload. Which of the following tasks sho...

Chapter 19: Processes and Stages of Labor and Birth 1) How would the nurse best analyze the results from a client's sonogram that shows the fetal shoulder as the presenting part? A) Breech, transverse B) Breech, longitudinal C) Breech, frank D) Vertex, transverse Explanation: A) A shoulder presentation is one type of breech presentation, and is also called a transverse lie. 2) A clinic nurse is preparing diagrams of pelvic shapes. Which pelvic shapes are considered least adequate fo...

ATI Chapter 27: Assessment and Management of Newborn Complications 1. A nurse is caring for a client who is at 42 weeks gestation and in labor. The client asks the nurse what to expect because the baby is postmature. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? A. “Your baby will have excess body fat.” B. “Your baby will have flat areola without breast buds.” C. “Your baby’s heels will easily move to his ears.” D. “Your baby’s skin will have a leathery appear...

Chapter 16: Assessment of Fetal Well-Being 1) A standard ultrasound examination is performed during the second or third trimester and includes an evaluation of which of the following? Select all that apply. A) Confirm fetal heart activity. B) Evaluate the cervix. C) Determine fetal presentation. D) Assess amniotic fluid volume. E) Determine fetal number. Answer: C, D, E Explanation: A) A limited ultrasound may be used to address a specific question or determine specific information in...

1. The nurse is reviewing medical prescriptions for newly admitted clients. It would be a priority for the nurse to follow up with the physician if a client with (a) a potassium level of 4.5mEq/L has Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene) prescribed (b) a Dilantin (phenytoin) level of 8 mcg/ml is placed on seizure precautions(c) sensitivity to Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is prescribed Tylenol (acetaminophen) (d) sensitivity to Penicillin is prescribed Zithromax (azithromycin) 2. The nurse s...

lOMoARcPSD| lOMoARcPSD| RN VATI Comprehensive Predictor 2019 1. A nurse is caring for a client who is taking alprazolam. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider? A. Digoxin B. Lorazepam C. Atomoxetine D. Ceftriaxone 2. A nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery. The client states "I feel like my incision ripped open" the nurse notes dehiscence of the incision. which of the following actions should the nu...

ATI COMPREHENSIVE 1. A nurse is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing acute mania. The nurse obtained a verbal prescription for restraints. Which of the following should the actions the nurse take? A. Request a renewal of the prescription every 8 hr. B. Check the client’s peripheral pulse rate every 30 min C. Obtain a prescription for restraint within 4 hr. D. Document the client’s condition every 15 minutes 2. A nursing planning care for a school-age ch...

Fontanel closing on newborns - anterior 12-18 months posterior 1-2 months Best time to perform bladder scan - immediately after void Cholecystitis Diet - no cheese! low fat, no fatty/greasy food, low cholesterol, Increase fruit and veggies, Whole grain (Melon) Moro reflex - startled; hit surface next to the newborn Position for suppository or enema administration - -Sim's/left lateral/Rt. knee to chest Varicella contraindication - corticosteroids Dtap contraindication - Hx of inconsol...

Do not delegate - What you can EAT E-evaluate A-assess T-teach Addison's & Cushings - Addison's = down down down up down Cushings= up up up down up hypo/hypernatremia, hypo/hypertension, blood volume, hypo/hyperkalemia, hypo/hyperglycemia Better peripheral perfusion? - EleVate Veins, DAngle Arteries APGAR - Appearance (all pink, pink and blue, blue (pale) Pulse (>100, <100, absent) Grimace (cough, grimace, no response) Activity (flexed, flaccid, limp) Respirations (strong cry, wea...