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ATI Med_Surg Exam Pack. 1. A nurse is preparing to administer thrombolytic therapy to a client who had an ischemic stroke. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing action? -Start the therapy within 8 hrs. (within 6 hrs.) -Insert an indwelling urinary catheter after therapy begins -Monitor blood pressure every 30 minutes during infusion. -Elevate the head of the bed between 25 and 30 degrees (to reduce ICP & promote venous drainage, ATI page 89) 2. A nurse is teaching a client a...

Med_Surg Summary Notes. 1) Diabetes Insipidus – page 1161-1162  Caused by a deficiency of production of ADH or a decreased renal response to ADH.  Clinical Manifestations: Polydipsia and Polyuria.  Diagnostic Studies: Water deprivation test (pt deprived of water for 8-12 hrs and then given desmopressin acetate subcut or nasally), Measure level of ADH after an analog of ADH is given.  Types of Diabetic Insipidus: Central DI (results from an interference of ADH synthesis, ...

Essentials Of Human Anatomy and Physiology 10th Ed. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question. 1) A section that divides the body on the longitudinal plane into equal right and left parts is called: 1) _______ A) median (midsagittal) B) oblique C) transverse D) frontal E) coronal 2) Which of the following is the correct sequence, going from simplest to most complex, in the levels of structural organization of the human body: 2...

NR_506 Summarized Notes. US Health Statistics/Mortality Statistics Leading cause of death (all ages/genders): 1. Heart disease (or diseases of the heart) 2. Cancer (or malignant neoplasms) 3. Chronic lower respiratory diseases (i.e., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD]) Leading Cause of Cancer Death 1. Lung Cancer for both men and woman 2. Men – prostate & Woman- Breast 3. Colorectal Cancer for both men and woman Leading Cause of Death in Adolescents (^ in males than fema...

Care For Older Adults Unit 1-19 Q&A. Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. ____ 1. The major impact of the physiological changes that occur with aging is: A. Reduced physiological reserve B. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms C. Impaired immunological response D. All of the above ____ 2. The strongest evidence regarding normal physiological aging is available through: A. Randomized controlled clinical trials B. Cross-sectional studies C. Longitu...

NUR_112 Anterpartum Care Case Study. Primary Concept Reproduction Interrelated Concepts (In order of emphasis) 1. Nutrition 2. Patient Education 3. Stress 4. Coping 5. Clinical Judgment 6. Communication NCLEX Client Need Categories Percentage of Items from Each Category/Subcategory Covered in Case Study Safe and Effective Care Environment • Management of Care 17-23% • Safety and Infection Control 9-15% Health Promotion and Maintenance 6-12% Psychosocial Integ...

HESI Mental Health Questions With Answers. During an annual physical by the occupational RN working in a corporate clinic, a male employee tells the RN that is high-stress job is causing trouble in his personal life. He further explains that he often gets so angry while driving to and from work that he has considered “getting even” with other drivers. How should the RN respond? A. “Anger is contagious and could result in major confrontation.” B. “Try not to let your anger ca...

HESI Math Questions And Answers For Nurses. 1. A nurse is reviewing the daily intake and output (I&O) of a patient consuming a clear diet. The drainage bag denotes a total of 1,500 mL for the past 24 hours. The total intake is: 3 6oz cups of coffee 1 16-oz serving of clear soup 2 pints of water consumed throughout the day How much is the deficit in milliliters? 480 mL 2. A nurse works in the military hospital from 1300 to 2000. How many hours does this nurse work? A. 8 hours B. 11 ho...

Gizmos Water Pollution Q&A, Prior Knowledge Questions (Do these BEFORE using the Gizmo.) 1. Water pollution is the addition of harmful substances to water. Some of these substances are found at home. What household chemicals might be harmful if not disposed of properly? Some household chemicals are bleach, oven cleaners, drain de-cloggers, and insect and weed killers. 2. What are some other causes of water pollution? Some causes of water pollution are human and plastic waste. Gizmo W...

HSCO_506 Exam Pack. Which statement below is true concerning the work of the Holy Spirit in counseling? Selected Answer: All the above  Question 2 4 out of 4 points Based on McMinn’s counseling “map,” the lecture posed a series of questions to help a client identify where the client was in terms of self/need/relationship. What is a true statement from that discussion? Selected Answer: If clients hope that the counselor is the ultimate solution to their problems, th...