556 Answered Questions for the topic nursing

08/18/21

When you first enter into a patient's room, what are some items/equipment that you will assess for in order to promote patient safety?
This is an open-ended question designed to make you think critically--there are no wrong answers. Consider the "WHY" behind each item that you choose. Consider the condition (stable or unstable) of... more
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Nursing

08/09/21

A patient exhibits a temp of 103.2 in the recovery room, has low urine output, and is experiencing difficulty breathing. What is the most likely cause of these symptoms?
Malignant hyperthermia. Malignant hyperthermia is a rare but deadly reaction to anesthesia gas or succinylcholine, a common drug used during anesthesia.
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07/28/21

What is acute glomerulonephritis
What is acute glomerulonephritis and how does it differ from nephrotic syndrome?
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07/21/21

Independent and Dependent Variables
Hello, I'm supposed to define the independent and dependent variables of a research study.Objectives of the Study: Analyzing ethnic and racial disparities in mental health service access and use at... more
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07/11/21

NCLEX Question of the Day
A Client is scheduled to have an a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE). Which of the following is an incorrect understanding by the client about the procedure?A. The test will show the function of... more
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Nursing

07/10/21

dosage and calculation

A continuous infusion of regular insulin at 7 units/hour has been ordered for a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus. The pharmacy dispensed a standard insulin infusion containing 100 units of... more
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07/10/21

dosage and calculation

A dose of an opioid medication (45 mg) and an anticholinergic medication (0.3 mg) has been ordered for preoperative sedation. The opioid medication is provided in a prefilled syringe containing 50... more
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Nursing Psychology

07/03/21

Mind and Body Practices
Research regarding the effectiveness of mind and body practices and how it helps (With Reference)
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06/24/21

Using the nursing process as a framework for care of the patient with anemia, what are the key assessment factors that must be completed?
Please write in depth explaining :)1. A patient has been admitted for severe anemia. The nurse has begun the process of assessing the patient and identified the patient’s priority needs. Using the... more
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Nursing Pharmacology

06/08/21

dosage calculation
You provide the manufacturer’s recommended dose of the new antiseizure drug, “Seizstop”, which is 10mg/kg IV for a 100kg patient.  You then draw a level 30 minutes after the dose. Assume rapid... more
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06/06/21

Please help me with this case study
 J.M. tells you he becomes exhausted and has shortness of breath climbing the stairs to his bedroom and has to lie down and rest (“put my feet up”) at least an hour twice a day. He has been... more
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Nursing Physiology

06/03/21

Part 1: What are the steps of primary hemostasis?
This is a 4 part video series (combined run total of 16 min 12 seconds). If you are a visual learner and would like more clarity on hemostasis, this a video you want to watch.
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Nursing Pharmacology

06/03/21

Shortcut: Pounds to Kilograms
This video demonstrates how to convert pounds to kilograms without a calculator.
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Nursing Pharmacology

06/03/21

Dosage Calculation: Weight-Based Problem
A physician orders Dobutamine 4 mcg/kg/min IV infusion. The patient weighs 198 lb. You are supplied with a bag of Dobutamine that reads 250mg/250 ml. How many mL/hr will you administer?
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06/02/21

Please help me with this case study
An 80 year old woman is living in LTC. Hx of hypertension, had a recent fall and had a total hip replacement. Postoperative pain is high, therefore she was discharged with a prescription for... more
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06/02/21

Please help me answer this case study
An 80 year old woman is living in LTC. Hx of hypertension, had a recent fall and had a total hip replacement. Postoperative pain is high, therefore she was discharged with a prescription for... more
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Nursing First Aid Ems Scuba

05/27/21

Save a scuba diver
You're working in the ED when EMS brings you a patient who had been scuba diving that day. They report that they had run out of air and had to make an emergency surfacing and that they were diving... more
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05/27/21

What should you assess before giving Nitroglycerin to your chest pain patient?
You get a 42-year-old male patient from the ED who has presented with chest pain. The doctor has prescribed nitroglycerin sublingual tablets to be given, (0.4mg per 5 minutes up to 3 times). What... more
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05/27/21

Which long term blood thinner is the safest?
Which long-term blood thinner is the safest? Patients can be prescribed many different types depending on their needs. Such as Warfarin (Coumadin) for LVADs and heart valves, Eliquis or Xeralto for... more
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Nursing

05/27/21

How do you get vital signs on a patient with an LVAD?
How do you take vital signs on a patient with an LVAD and what parameters should you note down?
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05/14/21

Grade Calculator Help
I had 6 tests worth 50%I got 84,80,76,76,76,74I had one exam worth 5%I got 22/30what do I need to get on my final exam worth 25% to maintain at or above 76%And how many questions can I miss?the... more
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Nursing

05/14/21

Order: Retrovir 1mg/kg/hr q4h X 6 dose, Client weight:110 lbs. Determine a single dose for this client.
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Nursing Math Science Health

05/09/21

Medical Math Question

What is the most likely value for CaO2, if the hematocrit is 30?A. 16-20 vols%B. 12-16 vols%C. 8-12 vols%D. 4-8 vols%
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05/06/21

Need help with microbiology, pharmacology, nursing, or med school admissions?
I'm here to help! I'm new to Wyzant but have years of tutoring experience. I just finished medical school and would love to help you out with science of any level! Let me know if you think we'd be... more
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05/06/21

Clinical nursing question
A nurse summons you too assess a 300-pound, one-day post-operative cholecystectomy patient. He has no fever, has no productive cough, and has a negative chest x ray. He is, however, reluctant to... more
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