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Pharm exam 4 testbank Questions & Answers Nutritional Support Nursing School Test Banks Chapter 17: Nutritional Support Test Bank MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The nurse is preparing to administer enteral nutrition to a patient. Which assessment finding would prompt the nurse to hold the nutrition and notify the patients provider? a. Blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg b. Decreased bowel sounds c. A productive cough d. A temperature of 37.8 C ANS: B Enteral nutrition requires adequate small bowel function with d...

Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders Questions & Answers. 1. A young woman makes an appointment to see a physician at the clinic. She complains of tiredness, weight gain, muscle aches and pains, and constipation. The physician will likely order: 1. T3 and T4 serum level laboratory tests. 2. glucose tolerance test. 3. cerebral computed tomography (CT) scan. 4. adrenocortical stimulating test. ANS: 1 These complaints are strongly suggestive of thyroid disorder; T3 and T4 laboratory tests are the m...

Chapter 11: Care of the Patient with an Endocrine Disorder Questions & Answers. 1. The nurse explains that the negative feedback system controls hormone release by communication between: a. the pituitary and the target organ. b. the thymus and the blood stream. c. lymphatic system and the target organ. d. central nervous system and the blood stream. ANS: A The amount of hormone released is controlled by a negative feedback system. When the level of the particular hormone is appropriate, the...

Nursing care for Burns Questions & Answers 1. The newly admitted client has burns on both legs. The burned areas appear white and leather-like. No blisters or bleeding are present, and the client states that he or she has little pain. How should this injury be categorized? A. Superficial B. Partial-thickness superficial C. Partial-thickness deep D. Full thickness ANS: A The characteristics of the wound meet the criteria for a full-thickness injury (color that is black, brown, yellow, white or...

Pediatric Nursing questions & Answers with Rationale Situation 1: Raphael, a 6 year’s old prep pupil is seen at the school clinic for growth and development monitoring (Questions 1-5) 1. Which of the following is characterized the rate of growth during this period? a. most rapid period of growth b. a decline in growth rate c. growth spurt d. slow uniform growth rate Correct answer is letter B. During the Preschooler stage growth is very minimal. Weight gain is only 4.5lbs (2kgs) per year a...

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Nursing 100 Final Exam Unit 3: The Evolution of the Nursing Profession 1. Evolution of Nursing from Prehistoric times through today a. Prehistoric period i. Individuals who were ill were considered to be cursed by evil spirits and evil gods that entered the human body and caused suffering and death if not cast out ii. Members of tribes participated in rituals, wore masks, and engaged in demonstrative dances to rid the sick of demonic possession of the body iii. Sacrifices and offerings iv. Tri...

Nursing Leadership/Management Final Exam Study Guide 1. Steps in quality control. The criterion or standard is pre-determined. Information is collected to determine whether the standard has been met. Educational or corrective action is taken if the criterion has not been met. 2. Components of a quality control program to be effective A belief in the importance of quality control must be integrated through all levels of the organizational hierarchy 3. Actions as a manager to stimulate staff n...

NURSING 1427 PEDIATRIC FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE Norms for adolescent communication -a confidential, accepting atmosphere will promote good communication with a teenager. A lot of physical problems (such as stomach aches, headaches and insomnia) are related to stress. A teenager will only open up to you as a nurse if you show them you are not judging them and that you will keep what they tell you confidential. Attention Deficit Disorder -affects gross motor activity, impulsivity and inattention a...

ATI Cardio Questions & Answers. A nurse is caring for a client who has dilated cardiomyopathy. The client reports increasing difficulty completing her daily 1-mile walks. The nurse should recognize that this is a finding of which of the following? a. Left ventricular failure b. Peripheral vasodilation c. Pericardial effusion d. Decreased vascular volume a. Activity intolerance is a finding of left ventricular failure and is associated with dilated cardiomyopathy. A nurse is caring for a c...