A nurse in a long-term care facility is assisting a client with eating during meal time and recognizes another client indicating he is choking. Which of the following situations requires the nurse to perform the Heimlich maneuver?

The client is coughing only.

The client is not making any sounds.

The client is able to whisper.

The client has a high-pitched inspiratory stridor.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. A client who is coughing only is still able to clear the airway by themselves.
B. Inability to make any sounds indicates a complete airway obstruction, requiring the Heimlich maneuver.
C. A client who can whisper has a partial airway obstruction and should be encouraged to continue coughing.
D. A high-pitched inspiratory stridor indicates a partial obstruction, not requiring the Heimlich maneuver but close monitoring.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Driving the client to the emergency department is not appropriate when the client is experiencing symptoms of a potential stroke; immediate medical assessment is needed.
B. Obtaining the telephone number of the client's provider does not address the immediate need for emergency medical care.
C. Finding a location for the client to sit does not address the urgency of the situation; prompt medical attention is crucial.
D. Calling emergency services is the correct action to ensure the woman receives timely medical care for stroke symptoms.

A. Sickle cell anemia B. Folic acid deficiency anemia C. Pernicious anemia D. Iron-deficiency anemia

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Sickle cell anemia typically presents with hemolytic crises and sickle-shaped red blood cells, not necessarily heavy menstrual bleeding.
B. Folic acid deficiency anemia can cause macrocytic anemia but is less likely to cause heavy menstrual bleeding as the primary symptom.
C. Pernicious anemia is due to vitamin B12 deficiency and typically presents with neurological symptoms along with anemia, not necessarily heavy menstrual bleeding.
D. Iron-deficiency anemia commonly presents with weakness, fatigue, and heavy menstrual bleeding due to inadequate iron for red blood cell production.

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A nurse in a long-term care facility is assisting a client with eating during meal time and recognizes another client indicating he is choking. Which of the following situations requires the nurse to perform the Heimlich maneuver?

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