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A nurse is instructing a client on the application of nitroglycerin transdermal patches. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. "I should apply a patch every 5 mins if I develop chest pain." b. "I will take the patch off right after my evening meal." c. "I will leave the patch off at least 1 day each week." d. "I should discard the used patch by flushing it down the toilet." - CORRECT ANS b. "I will take the patch off right ...

A. Place the child in seclusion - CORRECT ANS 1. A nurse is caring for a schoolaged child who has conduct disorder and is being physically aggressive toward other children in the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? a. Place the child in seclusion b. Use therapeutic hold technique c. Apply wrist restraints d. Administer risperidone A. Dependent - CORRECT ANS 3. A nurse is caring for a client who exhibits excessive compliance, passivity, and self-denial. The nu...

A nurse is monitoring a client who ingested an overdose of phenobarbital sodium. For which of the following adverse effects of toxicity should the nurse assess the client? - CORRECT ANSWER Respiratory depression A nurse in a mental health facility is planning to promote the development of a theraputic relationship with a newly admitted client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? - CORRECT ANSWER Identify professional boundaries during the initial interaction Inco...

A provider prescribes phenobarbital for a client who has a seizure disorder. The medication has a long half-life of 4 days. How many times per day should the nurse expect to administer this medication? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four - CORRECT ANS A. One (Medications with long half-lives remain at their therapeutic levels between doses for long periods of time. The nurse should expect to administer this medication once a day.) A staff educator is reviewing medication dosages and factors...

A charge nurse is discussing mental status exams with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply). A. "To assess cognitive ability, I should ask the client to count backward by sevens." B. "To assess affect, I should observe the client's facial expression. C. "To assess language ability, I should instruct the client to write a sentence." D. "To assess remote memory, I should...

Which term describes using ammo to light up an area? - CORRECT ANS Illuminate What purpose does an outer pack seal perform? - CORRECT ANS Identifies if a container has been compromised. How are outer packs stacked? - CORRECT ANS To fit the pallet. Select the correct statement about inner packs. - CORRECT ANS There is only one inner pack within an outer pack. Why is color coding on ammunition and packaging so important? - CORRECT ANS To identify the hazard type and the use of an ammunitio...

What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? - CORRECT ANS In larger doses narcotics induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95 A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to pericarditis? - CORRECT ANS 12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST-segm...

A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3°F (39°C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? - CORRECT ANS Seizure A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations and vomitus in and around the mouth. What co...

The determination of a working diagnosis is dependent on the provider's assessment, critical thinking and________skills. - CORRECT ANS pattern recognition Which is a high-risk factor for intracerebral hemorrhage? - CORRECT ANS Cocaine abuse When performing a patient assessment, what information provides the most essential information in determining a working diagnosis? - CORRECT ANS Medical history Which infectious disease must have oxygen present to survive? - CORRECT ANS Tuberculosis...

1. A 45-year-old patient is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations, and vomitus in and around the mouth. What course of action should be taken next? - CORRECT ANS b. Supplemental oxygen and suction 2. Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are likely to have what condition? - CORRECT ANS a. Pulmonary embolism 3. During compensatory shock, the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system is activa...