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Nightingale 266 course

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The nurse working on a telemetry unit finds a client unconscious and in pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT). The client has an implanted automatic defibrillator. What action should the nurse implement?   show
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show Positive polarity right chest nipple line, negative polarity left chest nipple line, ground left shoulder.  
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Which symptoms should the nurse expect a client to exhibit who is diagnosed with a pheochromocytoma?   show
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A client is admitted for further testing to confirm sarcoidosis. Which diagnostic test provides definitive information that the nurse should report to the healthcare provider?   show
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The nurse is providing dietary instructions to a 68-year-old client who is at high risk for development of coronary heart disease (CHD). Which information should the nurse include?   show
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show Collect further data to determine whether self-neglect is occurring.  
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A client with a completed ischemic stroke has a blood pressure of 180/90 mm Hg. Which action should the nurse implement?   show
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A splint is prescribed for nighttime use by a client with rheumatoid arthritis. Which statement by the nurse provides the most accurate explanation for use of the splints?   show
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show Diabetes mellitus.  
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A client is placed on a mechanical ventilator following a cerebral hemorrhage, and vecuronium bromide (Norcuron) 0.04 mg/kg q12 hours IV is prescribed. What is the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?   show
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Which postmenopausal client's complaint should the nurse refer to the healthcare provider?   show
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A client receiving cholestyramine (Questran) for hyperlipidemia should be evaluated for what vitamin deficiency?   show
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A 58-year-old client who has been post-menopausal for five years is concerned about the risk for osteoporosis because her mother has the condition. Which information should the nurse offer?   show
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show Place a small book or magazine on the abdomen and make it rise while inhaling deeply.  
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Which intervention should the nurse plan to implement when caring for a client who has just undergone a right above-the-knee amputation?   show
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show Initiate continuous cardiac monitoring.  
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A postmenopausal client asks the nurse why she is experiencing discomfort during intercourse. What response is best for the nurse to provide   show
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The nurse is planning to initiate a socialization group for older residents of a long-term facility. Which information would be most useful to the nurse when planning activities for the group?   show
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show Smoking cessation program.  
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