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The nurse is preparing to assess the sinuses of an adult client using direct percussion. Which technique is the most appropriate for this assessment?

Using the closed fist of the dominant hand.

Using the hyperextended middle finger of the non-dominant hand.

Using the palm of the non-dominant hand.

Using the fingertips of the dominant hand.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. A closed fist is used for assessing deeper structures, such as kidney tenderness, not the sinuses.

B. The hyperextended middle finger is typically used for indirect percussion, not direct.

C. The palm is not suitable for sinus percussion as it covers a large area and reduces sensitivity.

D. The fingertips of the dominant hand are best for direct percussion of the sinuses to assess for tenderness or fluid accumulation.

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Correct Answer is ["B","C","E"]

Explanation

A. Taking electrolyte supplements would likely prevent hypokalemia unless the intake is insufficient.

B. High blood glucose levels can lead to osmotic diuresis, causing loss of potassium through urine.

C. Vomiting results in loss of potassium and other electrolytes, leading to hypokalemia.

D. Green leafy vegetables are rich in potassium and would help maintain potassium levels rather than deplete them.

E. Diarrhea leads to excessive potassium loss, contributing to hypokalemia.

Correct Answer is ["0.8"]

Explanation

To calculate the volume of enoxaparin to administer, you would use the formula: Volume = Dose / Concentration. Here, the dose required is 30 mg, and the concentration available is 40 mg/mL. Plugging the values into the formula gives you: Volume = 30 mg / 40 mg/mL = 0.75 mL. Therefore, the nurse should administer 0.8 mL when rounded to the nearest tenth.

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The nurse is preparing to assess the sinuses of an adult client using direct percussion. Which technique is the most appropriate for this assessment?

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A nurse is obtaining a health history from a client that has a serum potassium level of 3.2 mEq (3.5-5.0 mEq). What statements made by the client indicate a potential cause of this clinical manifestation? Select All That Apply.

Correct Answer is ["B","C","E"]

Explanation

A client is to receive enoxaparin 30 mg subcutaneously. Available is enoxaparin 40 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

Correct Answer is ["0.8"]

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