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The QT interval is the total time taken for ventricular depolarization and repolarization. Prolongation of the QT interval: a. decreases the risk of lethal dysrhythmias. b. usually occurs when heart rate increases. c. increases the risk of lethal dysrhythmias. d. can only be measured with irregular rhythms. ANS: C 2. The patient has an irregular heart rhythm. To determine an accurate heart rate, the nurse first: a. identifies the markers on the ECG paper that indicate a 6-second strip. ...

The QT interval is the total time taken for ventricular depolarization and repolarization. Prolongation of the QT interval: a. decreases the risk of lethal dysrhythmias. b. usually occurs when heart rate increases. c. increases the risk of lethal dysrhythmias. d. can only be measured with irregular rhythms. ANS: C 2. The patient has an irregular heart rhythm. To determine an accurate heart rate, the nurse first: a. identifies the markers on the ECG paper that indicate a 6-second strip. ...

A nurse in a pediatric clinic is collecting the data from a school- age child whose injuries are inconsistent with the parent's stated cause. Which ofIthe following actions should the nurse take? ANS: Report the suspected abuse to a appropriate agency. 13. A nurse is collecting data from a middle adult female client who is taking melatonin.Which ofIthe following responses to the med should the nurse expect? ANS: Improved sleep 14. A nurse on a pediatric unit is collecting data from four...

nurse is collecting data from a middle adult female client who is taking melatonin. Which ofIthe following responses to the med should the nurse expect? ANS: Improved sleep 14. A nurse on a pediatric unit is collecting data from four newly admitted clients. Which ofIthe following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for urinary retention? ANS: A school- age child who has allergic rhinitis and is taking diphenhydramine. 15. A nurse is preparing to administer purified protein d...

fter assessing the health care needs of an elementary school, the nurse determines that an increased prevalence of pediculosis capitis is a priority problem. The nurse develops a 2-month program with the goal to eradicate the condition in the school. The program includes educational pamphlets sent home to parents and regular assessment of children by the school nurse. What action should the nurse implement to evaluate the effectiveness of the program? CORRECT ANSWER Measure the prevalence of...

chemotherapeutic regimen with doxorubicin HCl (Adriamycin) is being planned for a client recently diagnosed with cancer. What diagnostic test results should the nurse review prior to initiating this treatment? Electrocardiogram (ECG) A client who is HIV positive is receiving combination therapy with the antiviral medication zidovudine (Retrovir). What instruction should the nurse include in this client's teaching plan? Return to the clinic every 2 weeks for blood counts A 67-year-old cl...

multinational corporations. audience fragmentation - ANSWER- audiences for specific media content becoming smaller and increasingly homogeneous synergy/oligopoly - ANSWER- The use by media conglomerates of as many channels of delivery as possible for similar content Narrow casting/niche marketing - ANSWER- Aiming broadcast programming at smaller, more demographically homogeneous audiences taste publics - ANSWER- Groups of people or audiences bound by little more than their interest in a ...

Chapter 26: Communicable Disease Nies: Community/Public Health Nursing, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which infection continues to increase in the United States? a. Measles b. Pertussis c. Hepatitis A, B, and C d. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) ANS: D Treatable STDs, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, are still occurring at significant rates. Gonorrhea had plateaued or declined until 2009 but increased steadily since that time. Chlamydia, the most commonly reported bac...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which infection continues to increase in the United States? a. Measles b. Pertussis c. Hepatitis A, B, and C d. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) ANS: D Treatable STDs, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, are still occurring at significant rates. Gonorrhea had plateaued or declined until 2009 but increased steadily since that time. Chlamydia, the most commonly reported bacterial disease in the United States, reached 1,441,789 cases in 2014, although some o...

17. A nurse administers a tuberculin skin test to a client who is HIV positive. Which of the following indicates a positive reaction to the test? Induration at infection site of 8 mm 18. After presenting several teaching sessions to a group of high school students about the harmful effects of tobacco use, a nurse valuates the teaching to be effective when a student states which of the following “As long as I stop smoking while I am young, none of those diseases will affect me” 19. A...

Haas suggestsgender presentation that intersex children may have a claim for medical malpractice based on violation of a United States law that prohibits male circumcision psychological trauma genital mutilation sex reassignment Question 5 1.5 / 1.5 pts According to Haas, medical “treatment” of intersexuals has been practiced in the United States since the 1930s 1950s 1970s 1990s Question 6 1.5 / 1.5 pts When asked what it means to be a father, Thomas replies, “It means that...

Question 5: Gilbert had to learn to do ALL of the following EXCEPT Answer(s): • lower her voice • lose the sparkle in her eye • set her gaze to the back of her head • laugh louder (correct) Question 6: According to Martin (citing Connell), masculine bodies are a source of for men. Answer(s): • anxiety • violence • power (correct) • hardship Question 7: According to Martin (citing Young), feminine bodies are often sources of for women. Answer(s): • anxiety (corr...

The purpose of cold applications is usually to A. speed the flow of blood to the area. B. prevent heat exhaustion. C. prevent or reduce swelling. D. prevent the formation of scar tissue. The correct answer is C. The purpose of cold applications is usually to prevent or reduce swelling. 36. The hot water bottle is an example of a A. local dry heat application. B. generalized dry heat application. C. local moist heat application. D. generalized moist heat application. The correct answer i...

When transferring a resident who has a weaker side, what occurs? Selected Answer: d. The stronger side moves first Response Feedback : Awes o me • Question 27 1.54 out of 1.54 points Correct method of removing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is intended to: Selected d. Answer: Response Feedback : Avoid self contamination from soiled items Great Job • Question 28 1.54 out of 1.54 points How does the Nurse Aide help to prevent client falls? Select all that apply. Se...

hen preparing to take a meal tray into the client's room, what is the MOST important action for the nurse to take? (A) Check that the client's name is displayed on the tray card (B) Make sure the client's favorite foods are present (C) Determine if enough fluids have been ordered (D) Keep all foods covered until eaten - Answer (A) Check that the client's name is displayed on the tray card 7. The nurse aide SHOULD use proper body mechanics in order to: (A) keep the nurse aide's...

Which of the following must a CNA report immediately to a nurse? A. Significant emotional changes in a patient B. Significant behavioral changes in a patient C. Significant physical changes in a patient D. All of the above - ANSWER- D. All of the above CNAs should immediately report significant physical, behavioral, and emotional changes to the nurse. The nurse will then begin to assess the resident's condition and take appropriate action. If a resident asks the CNA for time alone with ...

fracture pans are used for persons for all of the following reasons except.. a.l hip fracture b. traction c. arm fracture d. limited movement in back - ANSWER- c T/F a urinal can only be used while sitting - ANSWER- f (men can use a tribal while sitting, lying down, or standing) T/F when hanging the drainage bag of a catheter, the drainage bag should be attached to the bed frame - ANSWER- T the catheter should be secured to a. the bottom sheet b. the bed frame c. the bed rail d. the...

lOMoAR cPSD| 5 3. Main Discussion 3.1 Characteristics Of Qualitative Research 3.1.1 Natural Setting Qualitative research often collect data in the field at the site where participants experience the issue or problem under study. They do not bring individuals into the lab, nor do they typically send out instruments for individuals to complete such as, in survey research. Instead, qualitative researchers gather up-close information by actually taking directly to people and seeing them be...

A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a gunshot wound to the abdomen. which of the following should the nurse take first? - answers-Check the color of the client's skin 1. A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a gunshot wound to the abdomen. which of the following should the nurse take first? - answers-Check the color of the client's skin 1. A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who is in hypovolemic shock. W...

h. 1) A nurse manager is developing strategies to care for the increasing number of clients who have obesity. Which of the following actions should the nurse include as a primary health care strategy? A. Collaborating with providers to perform obesity screenings during routine office visits B. Ensuring the availability of specialized beds in rehabilitation centers for clients who have obesity C. Providing specialized intraoperative training in surgical treatments for obesity D. Educating...