Based on these finding, which of the following nursing diagnoses is the MOST appropriate for this patient?

The nurse assesses a patient with Chronic Renal Failure notes crackles in the lung bases, elevated blood pressure, and weight gain of 1 kg in one day. Based on these finding, which of the following nursing diagnoses is the MOST appropriate for this patient?A . Increased cardiac output related to...

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Which of the following laboratory values would be MOSTLY seen in this disease?

A nurse is checking laboratory findings of a patient with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Which of the following laboratory values would be MOSTLY seen in this disease?A . High platelet levelB . Low hematocrit levelC . Low leucocyte levelD . High reticulocyte levelView AnswerAnswer: D Explanation: In patients with Sickle...

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A nurse is providing education to a new parent about the psychosocial development of the newborn.

A nurse is providing education to a new parent about the psychosocial development of the newborn. Applying Erikson's psychosocial development theory, the nurse would BEST instruct the parents to:A . Ignore and distract the newborn when cryingB . Anticipate and plan for the newborn demandsC . Observe and respond to...

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Which of the following assessment findings must concern the nurses MOST before administering nitroglycerine?

A patient with a history angina pectoris brought by to the Emergency Department complaining of severe chest pain. The patient informs the nurse that he did not take nitroglycerine tablet. Which of the following assessment findings must concern the nurses MOST before administering nitroglycerine?A . Heart rate of 90 bpmB...

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Which of the following characteristics of older adults would be expected in today's society?

Which of the following characteristics of older adults would be expected in today's society? A. Chronic conditions result in some limitations in ADL B. Most older adults live independently or in home care centers C. There is steady increase in percentage of workers in the labor force D. Married people...

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