A tracheotomy is a procedure performed when a person is unable to breathe through the nose or mouth. It involves creating an opening that connects the trachea directly with the outside air. What functions are lost with this alteration to the respiratory system?
Read DetailsA client is brought to the emergency department from the site of a chemical fire, where he suffered a burn that involves the epidermis, dermis, and the muscle and bone of the right arm. On inspection, the surrounding skin appears charred. Based on these assessment findings, what is the depth of the burn on the client’s arm?
Read DetailsA nurse is preparing to receive a client burned in a car fire. It was reported that the burns encompass the anterior torso and entire left arm. (22pts) Calculate the TBSA for the above burned patient (2pt) List at least 5 clinical manifestations that the nurse should anticipate upon the client’s arrival (10pts – [2points each]) State an intervention for each manifestation (10 pts – [2points each])
Read DetailsA nurse is calculating the intake of a client during the past 9 hr. The client’s intake includes: D5 1/2NS IV at 125 mL/hr cefazolin 2 g IVPB in 50 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride two units of packed RBCs: the first is 300 mL and the second is 265 mL two IV bolus infusions of 250 mL each of 0.9% sodium chloride 1 cup of ice chips How many mL of intake should the nurse record?
Read DetailsYou have decided to move 300km away from your current residence. The truck costs $40 per day and $0.12 per kilometre. If it will take you 2 days to return the truck, how much will the round trip cost you? (Assume that tax is included.)
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