A patient has discoloration of an area of their mucous membrane caused by extravasation of blood into the subcutaneous tissue. The nurse should document that the patient has:
a. dyspnea.
b. cyanosis.
c. diaphoresis.
d. ecchymosis.
Question 2The sum of 3/4 and 7/8 is:
a. 10/48.
b. 10/12.
c. 21/4.
d. 1 5/8.
Question 3For the past 3 weeks, the nurse has observed a patient interacting with staff and other patients, helping decorate the dining room for a party, and leading the singing in the activity room.
Today, the patient tearfully refuses to dress or get out of bed. The nurse recognizes these behaviors as evidence of: a. unipolar depression.
b. dysthymic disorder.
c. hypomanic episode.
d. bipolar disorder.
Question 4Growth and development that proceeds from the head toward the feet is known as _____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 5A nurse is caring for a patient with congestive heart failure. During the physical assessment, the nurse notes the patient is experiencing difficulty breathing. The nurse should document that the patient is experiencing:
a. dyspnea.
b. cyanosis.
c. diaphoresis.
d. ecchymosis.
Question 6When the adolescent begins to demonstrate lack of energy and motivation and withdraws, complaining of multiple physical problems, it may be that this is the beginning of a stage of schizophrenia called:
a. prepsychotic.
b. residual.
c. acute.
d. prodromal.
Question 7A patient wants to use aromatherapy to treat pneumonia, but the hospital policy will not allow burning of eucalyptus-scented candles. The nurse suggests the use of:
a. another essential oil.
b. prescribed medications.
c. a topical eucalyptus product.
d. massage therapy.
Question 8The nurse informs a group of college students that young adults will face which challenges in this particular time of life? (Select all that apply.)
a. Starting a family
b. Selecting housing
c. Job security
d. Relations with extended family
e. Establishing intimacy
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