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Anaphylactic reaction - ANSWERS Severe allergic reaction to a medication or substance 0.9% sodium chloride - ANSWERS Isotonic solution used to replace fluids and maintain hydration Diphenhydramine - ANSWERS Antihistamine used to treat allergic reactions Elevate legs and feet - ANSWERS Positioning to improve blood flow and reduce swelling Epinephrine - ANSWERS Emergency medication used to treat severe allergic reactions Sertraline - ANSWERS Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)...

a nurse is caring for a client who has hepatic encephalopathy that is being treated with lactulose. the client is experiencing excessive stools. which of the following findings is an adverse effect of the medication? - ANSWER hypokalemia a nurse is caring for a client who has emphysema and is receiving mechanical ventilation. the client appears anxious and restless, and the high-pressure alarm is sounding. which of the following actions should the nurse take first? - ANSWER instruct t...

A nurse is assessing for compartment syndrome in a client who has a short leg cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of this condition?- ANSWER Pain that increases with passive movement Rationale: The nurse should identify that a client who has compartment syndrome experiences pain that increases with passive movement. Compartment syndrome results from a decrease in blood flow in the extremity caused by a decrease in the muscle compartment s...

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus and reports difficulty following the diet and remembering to take the prescribed medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote client compliance? (SATA) A. Ask the dietitian to assist with meal planning B. Contact the client's support system C. Assess for age-related cognitive awareness D. Encourage the use of a daily medication dispenser E. Provide educational materials f...

Compartment syndrome - ANSWER Early signs: intense pain with movement, capillary refill less than 2 seconds, erythema of the toes, bounding distal pulses Hemolytic transfusion reaction - ANSWER Manifestations: chills, back pain, hypertension Preventing hip dislocation - ANSWER Action: place two bed pillows between the legs when in bed Allergic cross-reactivity - ANSWER Risk for client with allergy to bananas: latex Incentive spirometer - ANSWER Instruction: hold breaths about 3 to 5 se...

Where are prokaryotes found? - ANSWERS Everywhere, air, ground, water, human body carbon fixation - ANSWERS Prokaryotes concert CO2 into organic carbon products nitrogen fixation - ANSWERS Conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia for survival of plants Prokaryotes clean up - ANSWERS Degrade toxic chemicals How many are pathogen? - ANSWERS Less than 1% How can bacteria contaminate food - ANSWERS Food spoilage and food borne illness Prokaryote characteristics - ANSWERS Unicellular...

The nurse is concerned that a patient is demonstrating signs of red blood cell production. What laboratory value did the nurse most likely use to make this decision? - ANSWERS Bilirubin The nurse notes that a patients gaping wound is developing a blood clot. Which body substance is responsible for this clot formation? - ANSWERS Platelets A nurse is preparing to assist with a bone marrow biopsy. Which anatomical site should the nurse anticipate will be used to obtain the specimen? - ANSW...

1. A male client with stomach cancer returns to the unit following a total gastrectomy. He has a nasogastric tube to suction and is receiving Lactated Ringer's solution at 75 mL/hour IV. One hour after admission to the unit, the nurse notes 300 mL of blood in the suction canister, the client's heart rate is 155 beats/minute, and his blood pressure is 78/48 mmHg. In addition to reporting the finding to the surgeon. Which action should the nurse implement first? - CORRECT ANSWERS d. In...

1.2 milligrams is equal to how many micrograms? - CORRECT ANSWER 1200 mcg Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do you ensure effective drain function? - CORRECT ANSWER Compress the drain, then plug the bulb to establish suction Your male patient complains of discomfort while inflating the balloon during insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter. What would be the MOST appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWER Deflate the balloon, advance the catheter further...

A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 12 hr old. Which of the following manifestations requires intervention by the nurse? - ANSWRS A. Acrocyanosis of the extremities B. Murmur at the left sternal border C. Substernal chest retractions while sleeping D. Positive Babinski reflex Answer: Substernal chest retractions while sleeping A. Acrocyanosis of the extremities Acrocyanosis of the extremities is an expected manifestation in newborns. Acrocyanosis is a bluish discoloration of the newb...