JAti Comprehensive Predictor Retake

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clinical findings of malnutrition
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poor wound healing dry hair irregular blood pressure weak hand impaired coordination
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how is BMI classified
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healthy weight= 18.5-24.9 over weight= 25-29.9 obese= greater than or equal to 30
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negative nitrogen balance
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using protein faster than protein is being synthesized example starvation or catabolic State Post injury or disease
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risk factors for developing osteoporosis
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family history inactivity cigarette smoking
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to avoid complications of enteral feeding such as diarrhea cramping abdominal distension dumping syndrome nausea or vomiting what are your nursing actions
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diarrhea=decrease the flow rate or total volume of the infusion abdominal distention/bloating= instill lower fat formula consider changing the formula instill lactose free formula= nausea&vomitting administer enteral nutrition at room temperature
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to avoid complications of enteral feeding such as misplacement dislodgement aspiration irritation and leakage irritation of the nose esophagus and clogging of the feeding tube what are your nursing actions
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confirm to placement prior to feedings Elevate head of bed 30 degrees maintain position up for 60 mins flush tubing with 15-30 of warm water Q 4 hours unclog tubing with gentle pressure 32 -50 ml warm water and piston syringe
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to avoid complications of enteral feeding such as dehydration hyperglycemia electrolyte imbalance fluid overload refeeding syndrome or rapid weight gain what are your nursing actionsh
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restrict fluids if fluid overload monitor electrolytes serum glucose and weights monitor respiratory cardiovascular and neurological status provide water change formula to isotonic
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phenytoin carbamazepine valproic acid Gabapentin
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meds used for seizures
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if a client is taking phenytoin what should a nurse include in the teaching
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taking medication at the same time everyday to enhance effectiveness
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nursing care for phenytoin
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good oral hygiene side effect gingival hyperplasia schedule routine Dental visits avoid oral contraceptives they decrease effectiveness when administer does Warfarin and can cause decrease in effectiveness notify provider patient over-the-counter meds use
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vagul nerve stimulatorj
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implanted left chest program to administer instrument that stimulation of the brain via vagal nerve
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patient teaching for vagal nerve stimulator
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can cause temporary hoarseness cough dyspnea and change your voice
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nursing care assist with safe feeding for a patient who has a stroke
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consult speech language pathologist assess swallowing and gag reflex before feeding upright position swallow with head and neck flex slightly forward food is placed in the back of the mouth on the unaffected side have suction on standby collaborate with a dietician to ensure appropriate caloric intake weight loss is common following stroke
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nursing actions for patient who had a stroke or has dysphagia
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cheap and patient NPO position upright High Fowler's position prior to food fluid or Med Administration
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patient teaching for dysphagia and aspiration
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set up right in Flex head forward when swallowing sit upright for 45 to 60 Minutes following a meal
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what type of precaution should a patient with tuberculosis be on
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airborne precautions negative air-flow room patient wear surgical masks if being transported
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what is mantoux test
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diagnostic procedure for tuberculosis read within 48 to 72 hours palpable Rays Harden area of 10 mm or greater is positive skin test means patient has developed immune response to TB does not confirm active disease is present
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what are the nursing actions for isoniazid
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monitor for hepatotoxicity jaundice anorexia malaise fatigue nausea and neurotoxicity tingling of hands and feet vitamin B6 prevents neurotoxicity monitor liver function lab tests before and monthly after
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what is the patient teaching for taking isoniazid
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take on an empty stomach do not drink alcohol it can increase pepper toxicity report any manifestations of hepatotoxicity
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what is the nursing action for rifampim
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is there an app for hepatitis hepatotoxicity monitor liver function lab test prior to and at least monthly after
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patient teaching while taking Rifampin
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urine and secretions will turn orange immediate you leave report yellow skin pain or swelling of joints loss of appetite or malaise Med can interfere with oral contraceptives efficiency
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what is the nursing action for ethambutol
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get Baseline vi visual Acuity test incomplete monthly determine color discrimination ability should not be given to children under 8 years of age stop immediately if ocular toxicity occurs
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what is the patient teaching for ethambutol
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report changes in Vision immediately
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describe interprofessional care for a client who has TB
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contact Social Services if patient needs assistance getting meds refer a patient to a clinic as needed for follow-up appointments to monitor my medication regimen and status of disease
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tuberculosis discharge teaching
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TB usually treated in the home airborne precautions not needed in the home families have already been exposed continue meds for 6 to 12 months follow up care one full year sputum samples needed every 2 to 4 weeks patients are no longer considered infectious after 3 negative sputum cultures patients to cover mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing dispose of tissues and plastic bags wear mask when in public or in contact with crowds
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what is the nursing action for pyrazinamide
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absorbed for hepatotoxicity monitor patients who have history of gout as the med will cause gouty arthralgias obtain liver enzymes at Baseline and every two weeks
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what is the patient teaching for taking pyrazinamide
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drink glass of water with each juice and increase fluids during the day to prevent gout and kidney problems immediately report yellow skin pain of joints loss of appetite or malaise avoid alcohol
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nursing action for compartment syndrome
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assess capillary refill distal to graft prepare a patient for a fasciotomy to relieve pressure
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priority medication for angina
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nitroglycerin which is a Vaso dilator reduces preload and afterload used cautiously with other antihypertensive meds can cause orthostatic hypotension
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patient teaching for chest pain
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stop activity and rest Place nitroglycerin tablet under tongue let dissolve if pain. unrelieved in 5 minutes call 911 or have someone drive to ER patient can take two more doses at five minute intervals headache is common change position slowly
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if a patient has heart failure pulmonary edema as a nurse what are your interventions
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daily weight and I&O'S administer O2 as prescribed monitor shortness of breath and dyspnea on exertion position High Fowler's check abg's electrolytes monitor digoxin toxicity encourage bed rest until patient is stable fluid restriction sodium restriction
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what meds will be used for a patient who has heart failure or pulmonary edema
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Loop Diuretics= furosemide bumetanide thiazide diuretics = hydrochlorothiazide potassium sparing diuretics= spironalactone loop and thiazide can cause hypokalemia pt drink and eat foods high in potassium
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ace inhibitors side effects and nursing action
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dry cough angioedema swelling of tongue and throat decreased sense of taste or skin rash nurse monitor for hypotension monitor increase levels of potassium monitor BP 2 hours after initial dose
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expected manifestations of dehydration
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tachycardia hypotension orthostatic hypotension decreased central venous pressure dizziness syncope confusion weakness fatigue thirst dry furrowed tongue nausea vomiting anorexia weight loss decrease production and concentration of urine diminished capillary refill cool clammy skin diaphoresis sunken eyeballs flat and neck veins poor skin turgor and tenting weight loss. low grade fever
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Cholecystitis and cholelithiasis dietary teaching
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reduce dairy products fried foods chocolate nuts gravies avoid beans cabbage cauliflower broccoli take vitamins to Aid with digestion
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expected findings of pancreatitis
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sudden severe pain goes through whole body epigastric radiating pain Left Flank or left shoulder worse when lying down pain relieved by fetal position sitting upright or bending forward pain that occurs or worsens after food or alcohol consumption nausea vomiting weight loss
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physical findings of pancreatitisdr
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turners sign= ecchomosis on flank bluish gray periumbillical discoloration cullens sign= generalized jaundice absent or decreased bowel sounds. warm moist skin fruity breath(hyperglycemia) ascites tetany (hypocalcemia) trouseau's sign= hand spasm when blood pressure cuff is inflated chovetsk sign= facial twitching when facial nerve is tapped
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what labs are high in a patient who has pancreatitis
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the aces "ases are high serum amylase serum lipase urine amylase wbc =infection serum liver and bilirubin serum glucose ESR rate elevated
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when should a patient take rantidine?
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to decrease gastric acid take 1 hr before or 1 hr after an antacid
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hepatitis A
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route of transmission fecal oral ingestion of contaminated food or water especially shellfish close contact with an infected individual
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hepatitis B
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route of transmission blood unprotected sex with infected person babies born to infected mothers substance use disorder
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hepatitis c
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that's been to use blood blood products or organ transplants contaminated needle sticks unsanitary Tattoo equipment sexual content
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Cirrhosis meds
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diuretics pulls fluidd off beta blocking agents. for pts who have varices. prevents bleeding lactulose. promotes excretion of ammonia. from body through stoll
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what is a paracentesis used for
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ascites and peritoneal dialysis
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paracentesis pre and post-op instructions of Nursing Care
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pre op= consent vitals assist patients tovoid to reduce risk of injury weigh patient position supine hob elevator dressing over puncture site post op= monitor Vital Signs bed rest measure fluid document amount in color and specimen to lab check puncture site for drainage weigh patient
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benign prostatic hyperplasia post op nursing care
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CBI normal saline isotonic if catheter becomes obstructed reduce outflow turn off TV I irrigate with 50 ml using a large piston syringe contact. If unable to dislodge the clot stroke patient not to void around the catheter this will cause a bladder spasm assist patient to ambulate as soon as possible to reduce the risk of DVT
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what is an expected finding post-op turp
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discomfort urine may be red in color and have clots expected urinary output is 150 to 200 mL Q 3 to 4 hours
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what medications are administered following turp
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analgesics for discomfort anti-spasmodics for bladder spasms antibiotics prophylaxis stool softeners to prevent staining
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patient teaching following turp
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no heavy lifting strenuous exercise restraining or sexual intercourse for 2 to 6 weeks drink lots of water 12 or more 8 oz glasses daily avoid NSAIDs avoid bladder stimulants example caffeine alcohol if you weren't becomes bloody stop rest and increased fluid contact. For persistent bleeding
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what med would a nurse administer. to a pt newly diagnosed with BPH
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tamulosin relaxes the bladder and prostate gland and improves urinary flow
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General discharge teaching following arthroplasty surgery
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need extensive physical therapy to regain Mobility patient usually discharged to home or rehab facility monitor for infection clean incision with soap and water monitor for DVT swelling redness pain in calf pulmonary embolism SOB chest pain and bleeding I'm taking anticoagulant perform deep breathing and coughing use incentive spirometer
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total knee arthroplasty nurse interventions
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CPM machine to promote Motion in the knee avoid flexion of the knee pillow under lower calf and foot play small blanket or pillow above the ankle to keep heels off bed provide meds to promote Comfort Inn so patient can participate in aviation
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meds to provide post-op total knee
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analgesics =peripheral nerve block monitor for systemic effects of local anesthetic antibiotics= to prevent infection anticoagulants to prevent thrombus formation example Warfarin sequential compression device foot pumps anti embolism stockings to prevent venous thromboembolism apply ice or cold therapy to incision area to reduce swelling monitor neurovascular status sensation color pulses. q 2to 4 hrs
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post-op care above-the-knee amputation
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Elevate first 24 to 48 hours launch a site for bleeding monitor vital signs compare pulse is proximal to incision position affected extremity in dependent position keep tourniquet at bedside in case of hemorrhage
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a patient has a new prescription for cream for psoriasis which instruction should the nurse include
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look up like Lisa dressing after the application wear gloves after application to lesions on the hands avoid applying skinfold down down baby
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as a nurse how do you care for a patient who has psoriasis
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observe for skin thinning monitor for itching irritation in arrhythmia monitor for muscle weakness protect meds from ligjt
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Methotrexate
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contradicted during pregnancy can cause fetal death nurse monitor liver functions Methotrexate can also cause bone marrow suppression teach patient avoid alcohol monitor for fever sore throat or increased bleeding also decreases effectiveness of contraceptives
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nursing actions for traction
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maintain body alignment in short weights hang freely and I'm not on the floor if eggs are displaced replace them make sure pulley ropes are free of knots Beauty and massage to treat muscle spasms
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pin site care for traction
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tenting of skin at site 1 cotton swab for each pin to avoid cross-contamination chlorhexidine recommended for routine cleaning if patient has allergy to chlorhexidine use sterile saline pin care usually once a shift one or two times per day or per facility protocol
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a lumbar puncture which of the following statements should the nurse make
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you should increase your fluid intake after this procedure to replace lost fluids
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a nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a prescription for range of motion exercises of the shoulder which exercise to the nurse recommend to promote shoulder hyperextension
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move arm behind body with elbow straight involve the deltoid autonomous doors is muscle
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a nurse is assisting with planning palliative care for a patient who has stage 5 cancer and is in the active stage of dying which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care
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administer atropine to reduce the patient's respiratory secretions and reduce noisey ventilations called the death rattle
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a nurse is instructing an assistive Personnel about caring for a client who has hepatitis A and is incontinent of stool which of the following infection control precautions should the nurse instruct the AP to use
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contact precautions hepatitis A is spread by fecal-oral Route standard precautions are usually sufficient to prevent the spread of infection if the patient has Hep a and then also constant of stool then contact precautions are indicated
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a nurse is collecting data from a client who is 30 weeks gestation and has gestational diabetes what should the nurse report to the provider of the following findings as an indication of hyperglycemia
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tachycardia polyuria flushed dry skin fruity breath weakness /lethargy thirst
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has alcohol use disorder and is to begin disulfiram therapy which of the following statements should the nurse make
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you will need to sign informed consent form before starting this medication as well as a thorough comprehensive medical examination
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what are expected findings the patient experiencing diarrhea
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hyperactive bowel sounds low potassium level due to loss of fluids and electrolytes increased pulse increase urine specific gravity
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what is Pancrelipase and what would indicate a therapeutic response to this medication
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used for replacement therapy for deficiency in pancreatic enzymes which results in Steatorrhea(fatty stools) nurse should monitor for improve nutrition &.decrease in number of bowel movements which would indicate a therapeutic response
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signs of hypoglycemia
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sweating , trembling, tachycardia (cool and clammy you get candy) hunger irritability
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a nurse is preparing to clean a wound what should the nurse use
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peroxide saline solution water
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varicella zoster what type of isolation precautions
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airborne three feet away from patient
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low sodium diet
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sausage turkey for breakfast or frozen veggies
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teaching for episiotomy
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sitz bath
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long leg cast Milwaukee
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removing 23 hour.
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what is epistaxis and what is a nursing intervention
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nose bleed apply pride pressure for 10 minutes
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if a patient has an NG tube and experiences abdominal cramping or nausea what are the nursing interventions
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slow the rate replace the tubing formula lower head of bed
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HPV vaccine
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teenage boy 11 12 years old
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what position do you place a patient with thyroidectomy
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semi Fowler's
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what does tranylcypromine treat
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depression
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what does ampliodipine treat
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high blood pressure and chest pain
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what is doxycycline what do you take with it and what does it treat and what should you avoid
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antacid take with crackers or OJ treats and prevents infection malaria severe acne DO NOT BREASTFEED
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what are the side effects or adverse effects of Heparin
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epistaxis
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how do you give a hypotonic enema
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cool tap water
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what medications do you recommend for a patient with anxiety
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an antidepressant example of buspirone and beta blocker
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what is the adverse effect of tyramine
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hematuria
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if a patient has HIV what are the nursing interventions
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play soiled linens in a plastic bag or biohazard bag clean with bleach 10:2 solution
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fluoxetine (Prozac) is an antidepressant/ssri that has which adverse effect and can treat what
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panic difficulty having an orgasm treats OCD and bulimia
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what are the adverse effects of metformin
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GI effects anorexia nausea diarrhea blood in urine hypertension weight gain fever chills
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how do you prevent SIDS in a child
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no more than one small pillow in crib
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cholecystitis pain is located where
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left lower quadrant
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for a patient who has ascites what is the nursing intervention
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you can check the girth daily
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what is the importance of colostrum
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now it has antibodies and essential nutrients for brain development
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wbc's 10000 to 15000
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not normal
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which patient should you discharge first
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knee rehabilitation
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a patient is worried about not being able to take care of himself after discharge as a nurse whats your recommendation
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home health agency
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if a patient has a depressive disorder and is expressing a manic episode where the nursing
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patient should have their own schedule space activities vital signs every 4 hours high caloric finger foods
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if a patient has delirium nursing intervention is
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consistency
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if a patient has pre-hypertensive was a nursing intervention
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exercise 5 to 30 minutes
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if a patient has advanced directive and understanding vaginal hysterectomy what would they say
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glad to have no more kids and I'll have to go to the gynecologist anymore
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what is the dosing for HPV
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two different doses
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school-age has a terminal illness little brother thinks
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it's a reversible
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a patient is on ferrous sulfate what should you report to the doctor
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hives difficulty breathing swelling of the face tongue throat or lips
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the patient has dumping syndrome what is the selection of food for a choice
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ice cream
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if a RN is giving a bath and runs for food what is this classified as
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benefiance
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a nurse is caring for a patient who has acute kidney injury and a potassium level of 5.5 which of the following prescription should the nurse clarify with the provider
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spironolactone 50 mg po BID
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an indication to patient knows what a stress test is for a patient will say
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I'm doing this test for my baby's lung maturity
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a nurse is collecting data from a child who was one hour post-op following a tonsillectomy what is the nurses priority
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frequent swallowing
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for a patient with a dependent personality disorder what did you suggest
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be assertive
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home health nurse is caring for a patient who has a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes which of the nurse instruct the patient to do when depositing a syringe
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deposit used syringe in a coffee can with the lid
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ICP intracranial pressure sign and symptom
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nuchal rigidity
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identify sequence of actions the nurse should do to help position a client onto the bed pan
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why am I sneezing procline apply power to box position clients by paying evaluate elevate head of bed
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what BMI is considered a referral for a dietitian
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a BMI of 32
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the nurse is reinforcing teaching with the patient who has a new prescription for propranolol which of the nurse notify the provider of if the patient develops what
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decrease heart rate
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what about following a turp resection what should you as a nurse report
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bright red blood
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what is the what action is recommended following a newborn circumcision
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applying water-based lubricant to the penis upon completion
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what is a nursing nursing intervention following ulcerative colitis
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maintain fluid balance
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a nurse is participating in an international client care conference for a patient who had a stroke the nurse should identify that which of the following should be reported
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a patient is unable to grasp eating utensils
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an advance directive includes
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a living will
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hydromorphone adverse effect
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urinary retention lightheaded sedation nausea vomiting sweating flushing dysphoria euphoria dry mouth
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chlorpromazine is a medication used for what condition and what is an expected side effect
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cystic fibrosis side effect frothy stool
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what is the patient teaching for cataract removal
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avoid lying on affected side rinse with warm water apply warm compress don't bend at the knees
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if a patient has a disease you clean blood with what type of concentration
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bleach 10 to 1
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a patient has alcohol use disorder what should limit
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foods that contain tyramine
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if a patient has this faja what is your nursing intervention
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set forward while eating
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how should a nitro patch be applied
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hairless part of the body
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what indicates a patient is not ready after a mastectomy and accepting their body image change
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patient is not ready to change their dressing yet
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how to prevent food poisoning
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refrigerator food within 3 hours
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adult patient end-of-life
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kidneys not functioning well
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a nurse is caring for a patient who has hemophilia a in addition to using standard precautions the nurse should implement which of the following isolation precautions
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contact
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if a patient can't keep food in what is your nursing intervention
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do you lay them down for 30 minutes
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about collecting a stool specimen to check for occult blood which of the following statements indicates understanding of the teaching
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I should have red meat 3 days before my test
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what is allopurinol used for in as a nurse what should you monitor
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open-angle glaucoma check heart rate
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a patient who has Cushing's syndrome which of the following statements by the patient indicates an understanding of the teaching
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I will limit my sodium intake
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vancomycin and MRSA or what type of isolation precautions
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contact precautions
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a nurse has urgent Care is caring for a patient who reports recently using methyl methylprednisolone 8 which of the following should the nurse expect
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hallucinations
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what is sign and symptom of xanthelasma
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2 yellow dots on the eye which indicate cholesterol
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what is the patient instructions for ferrous sulfate elixir
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mix with water
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What is cholasma?
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irregular brown patch of hyperpigmentation on the face with pregnancy
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what is an adverse effect of morphine
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bradycardia
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when is the side effect and classification of time a law
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beta blocker side effects dizziness
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patient on magnesium sulfate side effect
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hypotension
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varicella is what type of contact precaution
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airborne
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location has gerd what is the patient teaching
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set up for an hour after meals
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Verapamil
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calcium channel blocker avoid grapefruit juice
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what is effleurage
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Client strokes abdomen using circular motion during contractions
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what is prednisone
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Glucocorticoid bone pain weight gain weight loss
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if a patient has psoriasis what is the patient teaching
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avoid the sun
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what type of isolation precaution is c-diff
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contact
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what is the priority for the RN change of shift report
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slash summer patient had payments
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if a patient has a Bryant traction what should the nurse do with the weights
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allow them to hang freely
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chemical disaster
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lower floor
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the patient has diarrhea how do you prevent it
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ice cream or yogurt
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what patient gets discharged first
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patient has no back to me
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if a patient has ascites or cirrhosis of the liver what should we restrict
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p sodium in the diet
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patient what is infection
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extra fluid to decrease urinary leakage
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what is important to remember with the lead ekg
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patient must stay still
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if a kid has VRE what is the isolation precautions
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contact
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what is an expected finding during cardiac catheterization
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flush and warm
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what is the medication of choice for a patient who has bipolar disorder
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amitriptyline
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a patient who has tuberculosis what should the nurse include
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the patience to get tuberculosis test every six months
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if a patient has a history of hypertension which should the nurse report
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blurry vision
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if a patient has 12 ml output what would you suspect
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dehydration with diarrhea
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what is the side effect of hyperkalemia
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cramping
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is a patient head abdominal surgery as a nurse what should you report
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bright red blood
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what is the side effect of hypokalemia
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week
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a patient is experiencing alcohol withdrawal what do they expect the provider should have to prescribe
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naloxone
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what is the religious reaction to St John syndrome
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fever hypotension hyperglycemia
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what is a complication of vitamin k
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hemorrhage
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patient has constipation
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skim milk
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if a patient has a wound tumor what should you not do
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do not palpate the abdomen
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montelukast
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good for asthma instruct patient to take in the evening a minister at the onset of asthma attack
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is 36 weeks gestation and it's underground amniocentesis which information should the nurse include in the instruction
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you will have to empty your bladder for this test
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a nurse is collecting data from a client who is 24 hours postpartum which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider
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saturated pad within 15 minutes
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a patient had a recession of the prostate which finding should the nurse report to the primary provider
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urinary output of 75 ml per hour
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a nurse is caring for a child who has hemophilia the patient reports and Justin episodes of vomiting diarrhea which medication does the patient have a contradiction
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bismuth subsalicylate
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nifedipine which statement should the nurse include in the teaching
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do not take nitroglycerin while taking this medication
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a charge nurse assigns a nurse to care for a group of clients which client should the nurse as a charge nurse to be assigned to the RN
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a patient with diabetes mellitus and needs to learn self administration of insulin
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has cystole which statement made by the patient under indicates an understanding of teaching
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I will practice exercises to decrease urinary leakage
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a nurse is assisting in the care of a patient who is 32 weeks gestation the patient experiencing pain less bright red vaginal bleeding which of the following actions should the nurse take
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place client on bed rest monitor fetal heart rate continuously and check hemoglobin level
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a nurse is reviewing the medical record of a patient prior to administration of influenza immunization which is a contradiction
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guillian Barre syndrome
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a nurse is assisting with a prenatal exam of a patient who is 18 weeks gestation the nurse and purplish color of the vaginal and vulva the nurse should document these findings as
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chadwicks sign
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a nurse is preparing to irrigate a room for a client who has a pressure ulcer what supplies should the nurse obtain
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3 milliliter syringe
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a nurse is assisting with the plan of care for an older adult who has dementia and experiences nocturnal confusion what action of the nurse should be taken to decrease the stimuli
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activate the bed alarm
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airborne precautions think MTV
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measles (rubeola) tb(tuberculosiss) varicella (chicken pox/herpes)
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droplet precautions think Spider-Man
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sepsis scarlet fever streptococcal pharyngitis Perryville virus b19 pneumonia pertussis influenza A diphtheria epiglottitis rubella mumps meningitis mycoplasma or meningeal adenovirus(private room and mask)
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droplet precautions require what type of proper equipment
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mask gloves mask goggles
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contact precaution think mrs. wee
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multidrug-resistant respiratory infection (mrsa) skin infections wound infection enteric infection c-diff eye infection conjunctivitis
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what is the proper equipment for contact precautions
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gloves gown
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what are diseases that need to be reported to the CDC
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syphilis chlamydia HIV
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adverse effect of methotrexate
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high blood pressure
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possible side effect of epinephrine
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chest pain
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a patient may have a latex allergy if they have a sensitivity to what other food
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bananas
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can a pregnant woman who has hepatitis C still breastfeed
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yes as long as she doesn't have cracked nipples
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patient teaching for colostomy
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change the bag every 4 to 7 days
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patient teaching for dabigatran
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report bleeding is an anticoagulant
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a patient who is at most risk for a spreading is a patient who has a history of
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GERD
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Phenelzine (Nardil)
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MAOI smoked fish
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what type of referral should be made for a patient who has a non-healing ulcer
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dietitian
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what do you hear when you palpate the abdomen
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resonance
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what medication is given for ectopic pregnancy
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Methotrexate
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what is test for PKU
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Guthrie test in urine, which is a qualitative coloration test which can detect the presence of metabolic productst of phenylalanine.
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what should a patient avoid who has thrombocytopenia
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avoid blowing the nose you should wipe not blow
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when scheduling trophic levels
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schedule to take level 30 minutes before the next dose is given
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when should acarbuse ( diabetes med) be taken
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put the first bite of each meal
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where should you insert a peripheral catheter
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I've been in the distal veins in the non-dominant hand
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what is xerostomia
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feeling of oral dryness is treated with sugarless candy or gum
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a nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who has osteoarthritis which instruction should the nurse
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apply capsaicin cream four times a day
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a patient is in a long-term care facility in receiving betaxolol to treat glaucoma what is an adverse effect of this medication
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bradycardia
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a nurse is getting ready to schedule a patient for peritoneal dialysis what action should the nurse take first
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make sure of diaslyte solution is at room temperature
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what is a complication of a gastric ulcer
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hematemesis
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patient is dying which intervention should the nurse include in plan of care
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administer atropine to reduce clients respiratory secretions