6. Diagnostic evaluation reveals an MRI that remains improved compared to her MRI before beginning radiotherapy. The patient has mild orthostatic changes in blood pressure; urinalysis reveals a specific gravity of 1.004, EKG reveals a short QT interval, and serum calcium is 16. What are the possible explanations, and what is the initial approach to […]

According to Ricci 3. Discuss neonates born to mothers with substance use disorders. (Chapter 24) a. Assessment findings for NB with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. b. Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome i. Risk factors ii. Assessment findings/clinical manifestations iii. Nursing management 4. Discuss Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN). (Chapter 24) a. Risk factors b. Pathophysiology c. Assessment […]

Hosteen Nez, a 65-year-old native-born American, presents at the Regional Hospital Outpatient Clinic with complaints of a productive cough, fever, and night sweats. He is admitted to the hospital and, after undergoing a series of tests, is diagnosed as having active pulmonary tuberculosis. He is started on rifampin (Rifadin) 400 mg orally daily and isoniazid […]

A patient presents with intertrigo under the breasts. The nurse practitioner prescribes an antifungal cream and encourages the patient to: • A – return if the condition does not improve within 1 month. • B – change her bra at least twice per day. • C – expose the intertriginous areas to light and air […]

The NP asses a 43 year old patient, who is determined to have a 10 year CV risk score of 3.5 (low risk). The patient asks if they would benefit from taking daily aspirin 325mg every day to prevent MI. What should the NP recommend? A. Daily ASA at a dose of 81mg will decrease […]

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for Budesonide a glucocorticoid inhaler. The nurse teaches the patient to Group of answer choices Rinse your mouth after each use of this medication Take this medication as needed Limit fluid intake while taking this medication Increase your exposure to allergens while on this […]

the nurse is assessing a 7 year old child in the emergency department with a fractured tibia. the medical record shows the client was recently discharged for a fracture to the radius and clavicle. the nurse is suspicious for

( 1 point) Saved A 23-year-old fast food worker presents to your office for evaluation of pain in his feet especially the heels. He notes that the pain is most intense when he first awakens then eases up somewhat after walking for a few minutes. By the end of the day the pain has returned […]

We discussed the community health nurses role in infection control. It’s been 4 years after our lives were upturned by the Covid-19 pandemic. For this discussion post: Please answer the following questions: When the pandemic happened, did you think about leaving the nursing field? Think about how your role as a nurse was affected, do […]

Your 79 year old patient has mild dementia. She had a left total hip arthroplasty yesterday. Describe the teaching you need to provide to your patient about the three hip precautions. Explain what can happen if the patient does any of these three things. Estimate how mild dementia affects your teaching.