23. Diltiazem is prescribed for a patient newly diagnosed Printzmetal’s angina. Which action of diltiazem is accurate for the nurse to include in the teaching plan?

22. A 62-year-old woman who is usually independent has been feeling heart palpitations and shortness of breath for a few weeks. To date, she has not sought treatment. Today, her husband noticed that she was having slurred speech and difficulty walking, so he brought her to the Emergency Department. She was able to walk in but needed assistance. Nursing assessment reveals the following: radial pulse too rapid to count, apical pulse 160 beats per minute and irregular, blood pressure 168/98, respirations 24, and oral temperature 99.4°F (37.4°C). SpO2 was 95% on room air. EKG shows atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response of 164. Skin is warm, flushed, and dry. She reports a headache, and falls asleep during the interview, with a decreased level of consciousness. When she tries to answer questions, her speech is slurred. Right hand grip is weaker than left hand. Lower legs have 1+ edema bilaterally. States her last bowel movement was 2 days ago; the abdomen is slightly distended. Which assessment findings require immediate follow-up by the nurse? (Select all that apply)

46. Which assessment finding would lead the nurse to suspect that a newborn infant has a ventricular septal defect?

12. A client with a history of left-sided congestive heart failure presented to the emergency department with restlessness and confusion. What additional assessment findings should the nurse anticipate? (Select all that apply)

8. Which assessment findings should the nurse anticipate for a client with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? (Select all that apply)

10. A 68-year-old woman has recently undergone cardiac surgery for repair of a defective heart valve. She has a midline chest incision. The registered nurse identifies a patient’s problem of inadequate oxygenation related to general anesthesia and pain. What nursing interventions would be appropriate for this patient to meet the goals of adequate oxygenation? (Select all that apply)

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The term “Islam” means

What is the name of this Zoroastrian structure used in caring for the bodies of the dead? Tower of Silence.jpg 

This calligraphy is an important art form in which religion? Muslim calligraphy.jpg