The nurse is aware that a positive diagnosis of a myocardial infarction (MI) is based on which diagnostic test finding(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Electrocardiographic (ECG) changes in the QRS complex
b. Elevation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
c. Elevation of troponin levels
d. Elevated white blood cell (WBC) count
e. Elevated bilirubin levels
Question 2The nurse is caring for a patient with anorexia nervosa. Which intervention(s) might the nurse use to stimulate appetite? (select all that apply.)
a. Offer oral care after meals.
b. Arrange for preferred foods to be served.
c. Encourage family members to bring food from home.
d. Suggest that family members or friends come and socialize during the meal.
e. Allow ample time to eat and enjoy the meal.
Question 3The nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled to have a thyroid panel drawn next week. After confirming with physician, which information is most important for the nurse to include in the patient instructions?
a. Do not take aspirin for 2 days before the test.
b. Take an OTC antacid 30 minutes before the test.
c. Take the preprocedure diuretic 30 minutes before the test.
d. Do not take any multivitamins for 2 days before the test.
Question 4The nurse is educating a young woman newly diagnosed with genital herpes. Which information is most important for the nurse to include in the teaching plain?
a. Take the entire course of antibiotics.
b. Increase fluid intake to dilute urine.
c. Wash hands after applying topical oint-ment to lesions.
d. Avoid all sexual contact until lesions completely resolve.
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