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133- Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is prescribed to a client with multiple sclerosis for the treatment of muscle spasms. For which common side effect of this medication does the nurse monitor the client? A. Diarrhea B. Drowsiness Correct C. Abdominal pain D. Increased salivation 134 - A nurse administers nitroglycerin sublingually to a client with angina pectoris who complains of chest pain. The medication is ineffective, so the nurse prepares to administer a second dose. Before administeri...

Description The RN: Telemetry Test covers topics related to the application of the nursing process to patients in a designated telemetry bed. Topics include cardiac anatomy, ACLS protocols, patient safety, treatments for dysrhythmias, cardiac emergencies, and additional knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for successful job performance by a telemetry nurse. Course Version: 3 Congratulations, you passed this test! Question 1 of 35CORRECT The nurse is giving discharge education to a pa...

NEEL PATEL 09/30/2018 CASE STUDY #2 NUR 415 Patient Profile F.M. is a 68-year-old white man who comes to the emergency department (ED) in the early afternoon with a 2-day history of severe chest pain. The pain started on wakening the previous day. The pain increased during the night, but his wife could not convince him to go to the hospital. He comes to the ED today because the pain is severe and no longer relieved by rest. Subjective Data • Describes recurring chest pain for the pas...

1.0M4E N211 1.25 points possible (graded, results hidden) The patient’s cardiac monitor displays the following rhythm: Which intervention will the RN perform first? Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram. Begin chest compressions. Ask the patient to take a deep breath. Assess the patient for a palpable pulse. unanswered Submit You have used 0 of 1 attempt Some problems have options such as save, reset, hints, or show answer. These options follow the Submit button. Save Save your answer...

1. In contrast to the assessment of a trauma patient, assessment of a medical patient: a. Is focused on the nature of illness the patient’s chief complaint and his or her symptoms b. Almost exclusively focuses on physical signs that indicate the patient is experiencing a problem c. Requires a thorough head-to-toe exam that involves a detailed assessment of all body systems d. Is not as complex for the EMT because most patients typically present with classic symptoms 2. Which of the f...

1. Pathophysiology involves the study of: a. the structure of the human body. b. the functions of various organs in the body. c. functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes. Correct d. various cell structures and related functions. 2. The number of new and old or existing cases in a specific population within a specified time period is called: a. prevalence. b. occurrence. c. incidence. d. abstinence. 3. The term prognosis refers to the: a. period of recovery an...

Pathophysiology Quiz 1 Name: ______________________________ 1. Pathophysiology involves the study of: a. the structure of the human body. b. the functions of various organs in the body. c. functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes. Correct d. various cell structures and related functions. 2. The number of new and old or existing cases in a specific population within a specified time period is called: a. prevalence. b. occurrence. c. incidence. d. abstinence. 3...

Ms. A, age 35, was given a Pap test during a routine medical checkup. The test showed marked dysplasia of cervical cells but no sign of infection. Discussion Questions 1. Discuss the purposes and uses of diagnostic testing and how it applies in this scenario. (See Diagnostic Testing.) 2. Discuss how the following terms might apply to this, Elec scenario: prognosis, latent stage, remission, exacerbations, predisposing factors. (See The Language of Pathophysiology—terms frequently used.) ...

Neurological  Clinical Manifestations for alterations in arousal o Changes in LOC is the most critical piece on information we have o LOC: are early changes, first thing you will see when something goes wrong neurologically o Pattern of breathing: assess the rate, rhythm and pattern; can have changes in any of those. Respiratory rate can be low or labored. Could have Cheyne stroke respirations o Pupillary Changes: biggest thing to look for fixed and dilated pupils. (Pupils are wide a...

NR283 Exam 1 Study Guide (Chapters 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 20, & 21) *Make sure that you understand all of the terms you are studying, if you don’t know what a term means, look it up before you continue studying. Take your thinking a step further by asking yourself “why” as you are reviewing material. This will lead to understanding of the material versus memorization which will better help you answer questions. Remember, this study guide does not mirror the exam and you are responsible for a...