What is the first nursing action in the event of shock for a client with abruptio placentae?
Place the client in a lateral position with the bed flat.
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What is the first nursing action in the event of shock for a client with abruptio placentae?
Place the client in a lateral position with the bed flat.
What should a client avoid doing after fluorescein angiography?
Avoid contacting the physician if the skin appears yellow.
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What immediate action should a nurse advise if a child ingests ammonia?
Encourage the child to drink water or milk in small amounts.
After delivering a newborn, a client's heart rate is 110 beats/min. What should the nurse check first?
Check the uterus and amount of lochia discharge.
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Which clinical manifestation is expected in a client with suspected pheochromocytoma?
A blood pressure higher than the normal range.
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What should a client taking indomethacin (Indocin) for gouty arthritis be instructed to do?
Take the medication with food.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is the first nursing action in the event of shock for a client with abruptio placentae? | Place the client in a lateral position with the bed flat. |
What should a client avoid doing after fluorescein angiography? | Avoid contacting the physician if the skin appears yellow. |
What immediate action should a nurse advise if a child ingests ammonia? | Encourage the child to drink water or milk in small amounts. |
After delivering a newborn, a client's heart rate is 110 beats/min. What should the nurse check first? | Check the uterus and amount of lochia discharge. |
Which clinical manifestation is expected in a client with suspected pheochromocytoma? | A blood pressure higher than the normal range. |
What should a client taking indomethacin (Indocin) for gouty arthritis be instructed to do? | Take the medication with food. |
What is a key dietary instruction for a client with COPD? | Select high-calorie foods like a cheeseburger. |
What is an important instruction for a client taking digoxin (Lanoxin) for CHF? | Take your pulse before taking each dose and notify the physician if you experience loss of appetite, muscle weakness, or visual disturbances. |
What is the initial nursing action for a client with smoke inhalation and Pao2 < 60 mm Hg? | Assist in intubating the client and beginning mechanical ventilation. |
What should a nurse do before administering methylergonovine (Methergine) for postpartum bleeding? | Check the client's blood pressure. |