80. A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who reports chest pressure and shortness of breath. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe? 81. A nurse is performing a pain assessment for a client who is alert. The nurse should recognize that which of the following measures is the most reliable indicator of pain? 82. A nurse is administering a cold therapy application to a client. Which of the following manifestations sh...

18. When taking a adults patient's temperature rectally, it is important to A. rotate the probe gently if you encounter any resistance. B. insert the probe so that you are aiming at patient's pelvic area. C. dip the probe 1-1.5 inch into a tube of lubricant. D. insert the probe about an inch and a half into the patient's anus 19. When assessing a patient's respiration, it is recommended that the patient A. Lie flat in bed. B. Continue to go about his/her usual activities. C. Have t...

Subjective data: What the patient says about himself or herself during history taking Objective data: Observed when inspecting, percussing, palpating, and auscultating patient during exam Database: formed from these ^ elements, plus the patients record and laboratory studies Terminology: cyanosis: a bluish discoloration of the skin resulting from poor circulation or inadequate oxygenation of the blood. (chronic heart and lung disease ) Confluent: flowing together or merging. – The l...

Search Create Upgrade to Quizlet Plus jeszoequiz 30 terms Vanessa_Gonzalez49 Health Assessment ATI EXAM 1 STUDY LEARN FLASHCARDS WRITE SPELL TEST PLAY MATCH GRAVITY Upgrade to remove ads Only $1/month SORT A nurse is introducing herself to a client as the first step of a comprehensive physical examination. Which of the following strategies should the nurse use with this client? (select all that apply) A. Address the client with the appropriate title and her last name. B...

Upgrade to Quizlet Plus jeszoequiz 30 terms Vanessa_Gonzalez49 Health Assessment ATI EXAM 1 STUDY LEARN FLASHCARDS WRITE SPELL TEST PLAY MATCH GRAVITY Upgrade to remove ads Only $1/month SORT A nurse is introducing herself to a client as the first step of a comprehensive physical examination. Which of the following strategies should the nurse use with this client? (select all that apply) A. Address the client with the appropriate title and her last name. B. Use a mix of o...