The nurse is caring for a client with acute pulmonary edem
A. a. To immediately promote oxygenation and relieve dyspnea, which of the following interventions is appropriateA. Administer oxygen.B. Have the client take deep breaths and cough.C. Place the client in high Fowler’s position.D. Perform chest physiotherapy.
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A client has been told to take ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) to relieve the pain of her rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements indicates the client understands how to take this drug safely and effectively
A. "I should not take aspirin with this drug unless my physician says to. "
B. "I should not take this drug with antacids or food products. "
C. "I do not need to worry about this medicine irritating my stomach. "
D. "I should notice the effects of this medicine within the first few days. "
Which of the following signs and symptoms would alert the nurse to possible internal bleeding in a client who has undergone pulmonary lobectomy
A. Increased blood pressure and decreased pulse and respiratory rates.
B. Sanguineous drainage from the chest tube at a rate of 50 mL per hour during the past 3 hours.
C. Restlessness and shortness of breath.
D. Urine output of 180 mL during the past 3 hours.
The nurse is caring for a client who complains of chronic pain. Given this complaint, why would the nurse simultaneously evaluate both general physical and psychosocial problems
A. Depression is commonly characterized by pain disorders and somatic complaints.
B. Combining evaluations will save time and allow for quicker delivery of health care.
C. Most insurance plans won’t cover evaluation of both as separate entities.
D. The physician doesn’t have the training to evaluate for psychosocial considerations.
The nurse is caring for a client with an acute bleeding cerebral aneurysm. Which of the following activities is not appropriate in nursing care
A. Position the client to prevent airway obstruction.
B. Keep the client in one position to decrease bleeding.
C. Administer IV fluid as ordered and monitor the client for signs of fluid volume excess.
D. Maintain the client in a quiet environment.