Master11

A client receiving WARFARIN is admitted with a major bleed. Which medication will the nurse expect to be ordered immediately? A. Vitamin B12 B. Protamine sulfate C. Vitamin K (phytonadione) D. Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) only Answer: C. Vitamin K (phytonadione) Rationale: Vitamin K reverses warfarin’s effects. In major bleeding, IV vitamin K plus FFP or prothrombin complex concentrate may be used. 2. A patient on insulin glargine (Lantus) asks why they take it at night. The nurse ex...

A nurse is preparing to administer a cleansing enema to an adult client in preparation for a diagnostic procedure. Which of the following are appropriate steps for the nurse to take? Select all. A.Warm the enema prior to instillation B.Position the client on the left side w/the right leg flexed forward C.Lubricate the rectal tube or nozzle D.Slowly insert the rectal tube about 2 inches E.Hang the enema container 24 inches above the client's anus A, B, C Rational: D is the appropri...

A nurse in a health clinic is reviewing contraceptive use with a group of adolescent clients. Which of the following statements by an adolescent reflects an understanding of the teaching? A . "A water-soluble lubricant should be used with condoms." B. "A diaphragm should be removed 2 hours after intercourse." C."Oral contraceptives can worsen a case of acne." D. "A contraceptive patch is replaced once a month." A nurse is instructing a client who is taking an o...

A nurse is caring for an immigrant with low income. Which information should the nurse consider when planning care for this patient? a. There is a decreased frequency of morbidity. b. There is an increased incidence of disease. c. There is an increased level of health. d. There is a decreased mortality rate. ANS: B Populations with health disparities (immigrant with low income) have a significantly increased incidence of disease or increased morbidity and mortality when compared wit...

"RACE" stands for what and what situation? - ANSWER-R: Rescue all patients in immediate danger, and move them to safe areas. A: Activate the manual-pull station or fire alarm, and have someone call 911. C: Contain the fire by closing doors, confining the fire, and preventing the spread of smoke. E: Extinguish the fire if possible after all patients are removed from the area. (HIPAA) Privacy Rule - ANSWER-Protects the confidentiality of health information relating to the provision or...

A nurse is assessing a client who has disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which of the following should the nurse expect in the findings? a. Excessive thrombosis and bleeding b. Progressive increase in platelet production c. Immediate sodium and fluid retention d. Increased clotting factors d. Increased clotting factors A nurse is about to administer warfarin (Coumadin) to a client who has atrial fibrillation. When the client asks what his medication will do, which of th...

A 97-year old client asks why a protein supplement has been prescribed. What Is the nurse's best response to the client? a. "you have increased circulation of free drug" b. "you have decreased hepatic size" c. "you have decreased calcium absorption" d. "you have increased motility" - ANSWER-a. "you have increased circulation of free drug" A child is ordered to receive naloxone (Narcan) IV, STAT. The child's weight is 20kg, and the recommended child...

General supervision - ANS The dentist has prior knowledge and has given consent for the procedures being performed during which the dentist is not required to be present in the dental office or on the premises. Indirect supervision - ANS The dentist is in the office, authorizes the procedures, and remains in the office while the procedures are being performed by the allied dental personnel. Direct supervision - ANS The dentist is in the dental office, personally diagnoses the condition ...

Absorption - answer-a drug is moved from site of administration to body fluids; first process during pharmacokinetics Additive Drug Reaction - answer-when the combined effect of two drugs is equal to the sum of each drug given alone Adverse Reaction - answer-undesirable drug effect Aggregation - answer-clumping of blood elements Agonist - answer-a drug that binds with a receptor and stimulates the receptor to produce a therapeutic response Agonist-Antagonist - answer-drug with both...

A nurse in an acute care facility is assisting with the admission of an older adult client who has late stage Alzheimer's disease. The nurse notes that the client's partner appears exhausted. He states that he is finding it more and more difficult to care for his partner. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - Correct Answer Ask the partner to talk about his difficulties in caring for the client. The first action the nurse should take, using the nursing proces...

(glandular epitheluim)Secretions are called hormones - ANSWER-Exocrine contain ducts. Secretions flow onto surface of covering & lining epithelium via tubelike ducts. Secretions include= mucus, perspiration, skin oil, ear wax, milk and digestive enzymes (sweat glands and salivary glands) (glandular epitheluim)Secretions are called hormones - ANSWER-Exocrine contain ducts. Secretions flow onto surface of covering & lining epithelium via tubelike ducts. Secretions include= mucus, perspiratio...

Mrs. Wu was primarily a homemaker and employed in jobs that provided taxable income only sporadically. Her husband worked full-time throughout hislong career. She has heard that to qualify for Medicare Part A she has to have worked and paid Medicare taxes for a sufficient time. What should you tell her? - CORRECT ANSWERChoose one answer. - CORRECT ANSWER- - CORRECT ANSWER-a. She will have to obtain a job and work enough years to qualify for Medicare Part A. - CORRECT ANSWER-b. She wi...

1. Which gait deviation is most associated with inadequate dorsiflexion in mid-stance? A. Vaulting B. Excessive knee flexion C. Early heel rise D. Foot slap Inadequate dorsiflexion forces premature heel rise to maintain forward progression. 2. A KAFO with offset knee joints primarily provides stability in: A. Stance and swing B. Swing phase only C. Stance phase only D. Terminal swing Offset knee joints align posterior to weight line, increasing stance stability. 3. Excessive valgu...

S: Burning and pain with urination for 3 three days. Stated that her urine looks cloudy and has a foul odor. Denies fever, nausea, vomiting, myalgia, flank pain, blood in urine, any vaginal discharge, and, vaginal/vulvar irritation. She is sexually active, has same partner for last 4 years. G1P1001, with normal vaginal delivery. Menarche age 11. Last menses one week ago; regular 4- 5 days. Tested for STD one year ago. Negative for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea. O: Vitals: BP: 125/85 Pulse: 70 ...

1. Leadership & Strategic Management Leadership Styles in Healthcare • Transformational → Drives change, motivates staff, improves culture (BEST for capstone initiatives) • Transactional → Task-based, performance incentives • Autocratic → Crisissituations only • Servant Leadership → Staff empowerment, trust building Strategic Planning Components • Mission → Why the organization exists • Vision → Future state

The nurse is updating teaching material to match the 2010 dietary reference intakes (DRIs). Which nutrients were increased to promote bone health? Antioxidants and fiber Calcium and vitamin D Macronutrients Electrolytes and water 2. What is the name of the dietary reference intake panel that assesses both the benefits and hazards of nutrient consumption? The World Health Organization The Institute of Medicine The Food and Nutrition Board The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee

Key Features:  Latest Actual Exam Questions  Correct and Verified Detailed Answers for complete understanding  Covers logic, reasoning, argument evaluation, and evidence application  Structured to mirror the real WGU OA exam format  Designed to help students pass on the first attempt Best For:  WGU students preparing for the D265 Critical Thinking OA Exam  Learners needing stronger reasoning and evidence-based evaluation skills  Anyone aiming for an A-grade...

Fundamental Economic Concepts 1. Explain why limited productive resources and unlimited wants result in scarcity, opportunity costs and trade offs for individuals, businesses and governments. a. Wants are unlimited, the total resources of a society including natural resources, human resources, capital goods and entrepreneurship are limited resulting in scarcity. All wants cannot be filled, trade-offs are inevitable when deciding what to produce. 2. Define scarcity as a basic condition...

A nurse is caring for a client following excavation of her endotracheal tube 10 minutes ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider immediately Stridor Oralsecretions Sore throat Hoarseness Stridor Using the Urgent vs. Non-urgent approach to client care the nurse should determine that the priority finding a Strider. Strider can indicate and narrowing Airway or possible obstruction caused by edema or laryngeal spasms the nurse should report the findi...

Which of the following is the mechanism that stimulates the release of surfactant? a.Fluid accumulation in the alveoli b.Alveolar collapse from atelectasis c.Alveolar stretch from deep breathing d.Air movement through the alveolar pores of Kohn CORRECT ANSWER: C. Alveolar stretch from deep breathing Which of the following causes air to enter the thoracic cavity during inspiration? a.Contraction of the accessory abdominal muscles b.Increased carbon dioxide and decreased oxygen in the ...