What is the first action a nurse should take in the event of shock in a client with abruptio placentae?
Place the client in a lateral position with the bed flat
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What is the first action a nurse should take in the event of shock in a client with abruptio placentae?
Place the client in a lateral position with the bed flat
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What instruction should a nurse give to a client who has undergone fluorescein angiography regarding skin discoloration?
Contact the physician if the skin appears yellow
What should a nurse do first if a child drinks ammonia?
Encourage the child to drink water or milk in small amounts
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What finding would a nurse expect to note on assessment of a client with suspected partial placenta previa?
Bright red vaginal bleeding
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What should a nurse tell a client with diabetes insipidus to consume to promote healing?
Foods high in vitamin C
What should a nurse ask a child's mother before administering calcium disodium edetate (EDTA) and British antilewisite (BAL, dimercaprol) to a child with lead poisoning?
Does your child have an allergy to peanuts?
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is the first action a nurse should take in the event of shock in a client with abruptio placentae? | Place the client in a lateral position with the bed flat |
What instruction should a nurse give to a client who has undergone fluorescein angiography regarding skin discoloration? | Contact the physician if the skin appears yellow |
What should a nurse do first if a child drinks ammonia? | Encourage the child to drink water or milk in small amounts |
What finding would a nurse expect to note on assessment of a client with suspected partial placenta previa? | Bright red vaginal bleeding |
What should a nurse tell a client with diabetes insipidus to consume to promote healing? | Foods high in vitamin C |
What should a nurse ask a child's mother before administering calcium disodium edetate (EDTA) and British antilewisite (BAL, dimercaprol) to a child with lead poisoning? | Does your child have an allergy to peanuts? |
What should a nurse tell a client to do if the client experiences severe diarrhea while taking colchicine? | Stop taking the medication and call the doctor |
Why is placing a client in a lateral position with the bed flat important in shock management? | It helps to prevent further hypovolemia and hypoxia. |
Why should a client contact a physician if their skin appears yellow after fluorescein angiography? | Yellow skin discoloration may indicate a complication. |
How does drinking water or milk help a child who has ingested ammonia? | It dilutes the ammonia and reduces the risk of gastrointestinal injury. |
What symptom is commonly associated with partial placenta previa? | Bright red vaginal bleeding |
Why is vitamin C recommended for clients with diabetes insipidus? | Vitamin C is important for wound healing. |
What is the significance of asking about peanut allergies before administering EDTA and BAL? | To prevent allergic reactions to the medication. |
What is the risk of continuing colchicine if severe diarrhea occurs? | Severe diarrhea can indicate an overdose, requiring immediate medical attention. |