23. The nurse is caring for a client who had a thyroidectom…
23. The nurse is caring for a client who had a thyroidectomy performed 5 hours ago. Upon assessment, the client c/o a sense of fullness in and around the neck. Based upon the client complaint, the nurse makes the decision to increase the frequency of the client assessments. What is the reason for this decision?
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49. A ten (10) year old child is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. The nurse prepares to reinforce diabetic teaching to the child and the family. Which of the following should be included in the teaching plan? Select all that apply.
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5. A client who has been on long-term glucocorticoid therapy states, “I am just going to quit taking this medication.” Which of the following statements by the nurse is correct when discussing discontinuing glucocorticoid therapy?
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A 45-year-old male presents with shortness of breath and chest pain after a long flight. On examination, his respiratory rate is 28 breaths per minute, and his oxygen saturation is 88% on room air. On auscultation, you note decreased breath sounds and tachycardia. What is the most concerning finding in this patient?
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During history taking, a mother states that her 3 year-old son awoke in the middle of the night complaining of intense itching to his face. Today, your inspection reveals a honey-colored exudate from the vesicular rash on his face. Which condition is consistent with these findings?
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