A 48 year old man was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral scl…
A 48 year old man was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) ten months ago. He has had some symptoms during that time, but now has muscle weakness in the legs and arms. The initial action by the nurse should be to:
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The nurse is caring for a client admitted with cardiogenic shock who is bradycardic and hypotensive. The healthcare provider has ordered an infusion of milrinone. The nurse understands the medication will result in which physiological action?
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A 14-year-old female patient is diagnosed with a 25-degree spinal curvature due to idiopathic scoliosis. She is concerned about treatment affecting her daily activities and self-image. What would be the most appropriate intervention to address both the curvature and her concerns?
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