Entries by Brian Wabwire

Postoperative following abdominal surgery

A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery. The nurse should recognize which of the following medications places the client at risk for wound dehiscence. Prednisone Omeprazole Verapamil Zolmitriptan 41. A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a newborn who has gastroesophageal […]

Define acute vs chronic conditions

BSN Midterm Study Guide Define acute vs chronic conditions Define innate vs adaption immune response Define modifiable vs non-modifiable risk factors Define active vs passive immunity Define local vs systemic infection Inflammatory response function. Immune response function? Key players? Autoimmune disease? Opportunistic vs nosocomial infections? Bacterial infection? Viral infection? Fungal infection? Parasite infection? Aging process? […]

Applying the Full-Spectrum Nursing Model

Mental Health Home Applying the Full-Spectrum Nursing Model A nurse employed by a temporary agency is assigned to a neurology unit for a 12-hour shift. On arrival, she discovers that the registered nurse (RN) assigned for the shift called in sick, leaving her with two nursing assistive personnel (NAPs) to provide client care and administer […]

Primary care clinic in an underserved area

An advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is talking with a legislator about the need for a primary care clinic in an underserved area. Which of the following point should the APRN include to gain the legislator’s support? Select all that apply. Access to a regular primary care provider improves chronic disease management Primary care reduces […]

Clinical manifestations in the ROS

Why is the lack of clinical manifestations in the ROS above significant? PE and Lab Tests General . Fair complexion and healthy-looking white male in no apparent discomfort. Red hair with green eyes . Appears pleasant, alert, and conversant but anxious Patient Case Question 2. Identify two risk factors for melanoma that this patient has.