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Skin turgor is best assessed by pinching skin over the:
Skin turgor is best assessed by pinching skin over the:
Skin turgor is best assessed by pinching skin over the:
 
  A. Forehead
  B. Forearm
  C. Knees
  D. Dorsum of the hand

Question 2

Jaundice is a state of high bilirubin in the bloodstr
12341243124   71   3 Replies
6 years ago
A patient who has inhaled cocaine is admitted to the emergency department with palpitations and ...
A patient who has inhaled cocaine is admitted to the emergency department with palpitations and ...
A patient who has inhaled cocaine is admitted to the emergency department with palpitations and shortness of breath. What should the nurse do first?
 
  a. Obtain a 12-lead echocardiogram (ECG).
  b. Start oxygen at 4 L/minute.
 
12341243124   51   2 Replies
6 years ago
A client is seen in the emergency department complaining of sudden onset of a throbbing headache. ...
A client is seen in the emergency department complaining of sudden onset of a throbbing headache. ...
A client is seen in the emergency department complaining of sudden onset of a throbbing headache. The client is taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), and admits to having eaten a lot of aged cheese recently.
 
  The nurse should ass
12341243124   105   3 Replies
6 years ago
The nurse is assessing a client who complains of low back pain that is worse at night and is ...
The nurse is assessing a client who complains of low back pain that is worse at night and is ...
The nurse is assessing a client who complains of low back pain that is worse at night and is relieved by normal activity in the morning. The client tells the nurse that another doctor suspects ankylosing spondylitis.
 
  The nurse should a
12341243124   53   3 Replies
6 years ago
The nurse explains that the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery is best described as ...
The nurse explains that the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery is best described as ...
The nurse explains that the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery is best described as which type of bariatric surgery?
 
  a. Restrictive
  b. Malabsorptive
  c. Restrictive/malabsorptive
  d. Obstructive

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aat21   39   1 Reply
6 years ago
Critical care nurses can best enhance the principle of autonomy by
Critical care nurses can best enhance the principle of autonomy by
Critical care nurses can best enhance the principle of autonomy by
 
  a. presenting only the information to prevent relapse in a patient.
  b. assisting with only tasks that cannot be done by the patient.
  c. providing the pa
aat21   66   1 Reply
6 years ago
In most patients, the sinoatrial (SA) and atrioventricular (AV) nodes are supplied by the _____ ...
In most patients, the sinoatrial (SA) and atrioventricular (AV) nodes are supplied by the _____ ...
In most patients, the sinoatrial (SA) and atrioventricular (AV) nodes are supplied by the _____ coronary artery.
 
  a. right
  b. left main
  c. circumflex
  d. left anterior descending

Question 2[/colo
abbiejurado   44   3 Replies
6 years ago
A client is experiencing a change in skin status. During the assessment, the nurse asks about any ...
A client is experiencing a change in skin status. During the assessment, the nurse asks about any ...
A client is experiencing a change in skin status. During the assessment, the nurse asks about any changes in laundry products as part of which of the following systems review?
 
  1. Environmental changes
  2. Nutritional patterns
abbiejurado   43   3 Replies
6 years ago
A client is diagnosed with tonic-clonic seizures. Which are the characteristics of these types of ...
A client is diagnosed with tonic-clonic seizures. Which are the characteristics of these types of ...
A client is diagnosed with tonic-clonic seizures. Which are the characteristics of these types of seizures? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Progressing through all of the seizure phases
  2. Beginning before age 5
  3. Lasting 2
abbiejurado   30   2 Replies
6 years ago
During a tornado warning with sirens, the nursing staff are caring for 36 patients on the second ...
During a tornado warning with sirens, the nursing staff are caring for 36 patients on the second ...
During a tornado warning with sirens, the nursing staff are caring for 36 patients on the second floor medical-surgical unit. How should the staff protect the patients?
 
  a. Move all patients to the evacuation center across the street.
abeytaae   36   1 Reply
6 years ago
Malignant oral cancerous lesions are most frequently located on the:
Malignant oral cancerous lesions are most frequently located on the:
Malignant oral cancerous lesions are most frequently located on the:
 
  A. Tongue
  B. Tonsils
  C. Gums
  D. Hard palate

Question 2

To examine if there is an intact gag reflex, ask t
abeytaae   54   3 Replies
6 years ago
A 56-year-old patient who has no previous history of hypertension or other health problems suddenly ...
A 56-year-old patient who has no previous history of hypertension or other health problems suddenly ...
A 56-year-old patient who has no previous history of hypertension or other health problems suddenly develops a blood pressure (BP) of 198/110 mm Hg. After reconfirming the BP, it is appropriate for the nurse to tell the patient that
 
  a.
abeytaae   50   3 Replies
6 years ago
An emergency room nurse cares for a client admitted with a 50 burn injury at 10:00 this morning. The ...
An emergency room nurse cares for a client admitted with a 50 burn injury at 10:00 this morning. The ...
An emergency room nurse cares for a client admitted with a 50 burn injury at 10:00 this morning. The client weighs 90 kg. Using the Parkland formula, calculate the rate at which the nurse should infuse intravenous fluid resuscitation when started at
abeytaae   136   3 Replies
6 years ago
Which statement describes an impact of disability? (Select all that apply.)
Which statement describes an impact of disability? (Select all that apply.)
Which statement describes an impact of disability? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Unchanged family roles
  b. Life patterns centered around treatment or rehabilitation
  c. Grief over what has been lost
  d. Spiritual distr
aharden0629   73   3 Replies
6 years ago
Which medication(s) may cause aplastic anemia? (Select all that apply.)
Which medication(s) may cause aplastic anemia? (Select all that apply.)
Which medication(s) may cause aplastic anemia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Antimetabolite cancer drugs
  b. Phenylbutazone (Butazolidin)
  c. Oral contraception drugs
  d. Chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin)
  e. Sulfon
aharden0629   37   2 Replies
6 years ago
What is the greatest risk for J.F. during the process of rehydration, and what would you monitor to ...
What is the greatest risk for J.F. during the process of rehydration, and what would you monitor to ...
What is the greatest risk for J.F. during the process of rehydration, and what would you monitor to detect its development?
 
  What would be an ideal response?

Question 2

You were aware that as soon
ahleaders   513   2 Replies
6 years ago
____________________ consists of a metal frame that secures pins inserted through the bone above and ...
____________________ consists of a metal frame that secures pins inserted through the bone above and ...
____________________ consists of a metal frame that secures pins inserted through the bone above and below the fracture site. It stabilizes a fracture with hardware visible outside the body.
 
  Fill in the blanks with correct word
ahleaders   43   2 Replies
6 years ago
The nurse is assessing the lungs of an older adult. Which of these changes are normal in the ...
The nurse is assessing the lungs of an older adult. Which of these changes are normal in the ...
The nurse is assessing the lungs of an older adult. Which of these changes are normal in the respiratory system of the older adult?
 
  a. Severe dyspnea is experienced on exertion, resulting from changes in the lungs.
  b. Respirator
ahleaders   46   2 Replies
6 years ago
The electrocardiogram (ECG) is a reflection of the heart's mechanical activity. (True or false?)
The electrocardiogram (ECG) is a reflection of the heart's mechanical activity. (True or false?)
The electrocardiogram (ECG) is a reflection of the heart's mechanical activity.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

List three causes of artifact on an ECG tracing.
 
ajx47   49   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following statements made by a client after receiving instruction regarding internal ...
Which of the following statements made by a client after receiving instruction regarding internal ...
Which of the following statements made by a client after receiving instruction regarding internal radiation would indicate that teaching has been successful?
 
  1. My children can come visit me after school.
  2. Individuals will nee
ajx47   53   2 Replies
6 years ago
The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with oculocutaneous albinism. What does the nurse ...
The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with oculocutaneous albinism. What does the nurse ...
The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with oculocutaneous albinism. What does the nurse understand this health problem to be?
 
  1. hypopigmentation of the skin, hair, and eyes as a result of an inability to synthesize melanin
ajx47   30   2 Replies
6 years ago
A(n) ____________________ is a specific amount of money that must be paid each year before the ...
A(n) ____________________ is a specific amount of money that must be paid each year before the ...
A(n) ____________________ is a specific amount of money that must be paid each year before the policy benefits begin.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which unit of measure is appropriate for a patient's weight?
 A)
akreyes15   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
All of the following insurance programs are sponsored by the federal government, EXCEPT:
All of the following insurance programs are sponsored by the federal government, EXCEPT:
All of the following insurance programs are sponsored by the federal government, EXCEPT
 A) TRICARE
  B) CHAMPVA
  C) Medicaid
  D) Workers' Compensation
A pharmacist is asked to prepare 100 mL of a 1:5000 aqueou
akreyes15   44   1 Reply
6 years ago
An example of a cost analysis study would be:
An example of a cost analysis study would be:
An example of a cost analysis study would be
 A) increasing salaries to lower employee turnover rate
  B) decreasing the cost of over-the-counter products to increase sales
  C) changing to a different wholesaler due to better payment
akreyes15   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
The organization that requires policies and procedures to guide the pharmacy department in providing ...
The organization that requires policies and procedures to guide the pharmacy department in providing ...
The organization that requires policies and procedures to guide the pharmacy department in providing safe, effective, and cost-effective drug therapy is the
 A) Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  B) Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
akreyes15   48   1 Reply
6 years ago
A muscular tube extending between the uterus and the external genitalia is called the:
A muscular tube extending between the uterus and the external genitalia is called the:
A muscular tube extending between the uterus and the external genitalia is called the
 A) labia majora.
  B) fornix.
  C) mons pubis.
  D) vagina.
Vitamin K is essential for the synthesis of prothrombin in the __
akreyes15   32   1 Reply
6 years ago
A patient's annual physical examination reveals a lateral curvature of the thoracic and lumbar ...
A patient's annual physical examination reveals a lateral curvature of the thoracic and lumbar ...
A patient's annual physical examination reveals a lateral curvature of the thoracic and lumbar segments of his spine; however, this curvature disappears with forward bending.
 
  The nurse knows that this abnormality of the spine is called
Alaynann   40   2 Replies
6 years ago
The action that the hamstring, gemellus, obturator, piriformis, and quadratus femoris perform on the ...
The action that the hamstring, gemellus, obturator, piriformis, and quadratus femoris perform on the ...
The action that the hamstring, gemellus, obturator, piriformis, and quadratus femoris perform on the femur is ____________________.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
alenavar   89   2 Replies
6 years ago
The peroneal or trochlear process is on the:
The peroneal or trochlear process is on the:
The peroneal or trochlear process is on the
 A) lateral calcaneus.
  B) medial calcaneus.
  C) posterior calcaneus.
  D) superior calcaneus.
alenavar   83   1 Reply
6 years ago
The gluteal (maximus, medius, and minimus) and tensor muscles abduct the thigh. (True or false?)
The gluteal (maximus, medius, and minimus) and tensor muscles abduct the thigh. (True or false?)
The gluteal (maximus, medius, and minimus) and tensor muscles abduct the thigh.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false
alenavar   63   2 Replies
6 years ago
The head of the fibula is located proximally. (True or false?)
The head of the fibula is located proximally. (True or false?)
The head of the fibula is located proximally.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false
alenavar   30   1 Reply
6 years ago
The arm is composed of
The arm is composed of
The arm is composed ofA) all bones distal to the glenoid fossa.
  B) the humerus, radius, and ulna.
  C) the humerus.
  D) the radius and ulna.
alenavar   52   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which muscle(s) move the radius and ulna?
Which muscle(s) move the radius and ulna?
Which muscle(s) move the radius and ulna?
 A) biceps brachii
  B) anconeus
  C) pronator quadratus
  D) triceps brachii
  E) All of the above
alenavar   69   1 Reply
6 years ago
On a coronal sectional image of the elbow joint, the coronoid fossa is proximal to the trochlea. ...
On a coronal sectional image of the elbow joint, the coronoid fossa is proximal to the trochlea. ...
On a coronal sectional image of the elbow joint, the coronoid fossa is proximal to the trochlea.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false
alenavar   68   1 Reply
6 years ago
On sectional images, the prostate gland is seen posterior to the bladder. (True or false?)
On sectional images, the prostate gland is seen posterior to the bladder. (True or false?)
On sectional images, the prostate gland is seen posterior to the bladder.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false
alenavar   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
The point where the right and left common iliac veins form the inferior vena cava (IVC) is atA) the ...
The point where the right and left common iliac veins form the inferior vena cava (IVC) is atA) the ...
The point where the right and left common iliac veins form the inferior vena cava (IVC) is atA) the sacrum.
  B) L5.
  C) L4.
  D) L3.
alenavar   44   1 Reply
6 years ago
The inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) supplies all of the large intestines with freshly oxygenated ...
The inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) supplies all of the large intestines with freshly oxygenated ...
The inferior mesenteric artery (IMA) supplies all of the large intestines with freshly oxygenated blood.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false
alenavar   48   1 Reply
6 years ago
The vessel(s) associated with the right ventricle is/are theA) pulmonary trunk. B) SVC, IVC. C) ...
The vessel(s) associated with the right ventricle is/are theA) pulmonary trunk. B) SVC, IVC. C) ...
The vessel(s) associated with the right ventricle is/are theA) pulmonary trunk.
  B) SVC, IVC.
  C) aorta.
  D) pulmonary veins.
alenavar   52   1 Reply
6 years ago
The first laryngeal cartilage encountered on a series of axial CT images of the neck, arranged in ...
The first laryngeal cartilage encountered on a series of axial CT images of the neck, arranged in ...
The first laryngeal cartilage encountered on a series of axial CT images of the neck, arranged in descending order, is the epiglottis.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false
alenavar   24   2 Replies
6 years ago
The body build falling somewhere between asthenic and sthenic is ___________________. Fill in the ...
The body build falling somewhere between asthenic and sthenic is ___________________. Fill in the ...
The body build falling somewhere between asthenic and sthenic is ___________________.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
alenavar   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
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