This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: The nurse is teaching an older patient about an overnight sleep study to diagnose sleep apnea. What ... (Read 48 times)

futuristic

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 638
The nurse is teaching an older patient about an overnight sleep study to diagnose sleep apnea. What will the nurse include when teaching this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Oxygen saturation level will be measured.
  2. An electrocardiogram will be used to measure heart activity.
  3. Pins will be inserted into leg muscles to measure tone and tension.
  4. An electromyogram will be done to measure face and leg movements.
  5. An electroencephalogra m will be done to measure brain wave activity.

Question 2

A home health nurse is reviewing the medications that an older client is currently taking. Which of the following questions need to be included in the review? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Ask the client to assemble all medications, including prescribed, OTC, herbal, and vitamins.
  B) Ask the client how he is storing the medication.
  C) Ask the client how he is paying for his medications.
  D) Ask the client what side effects he would need to report to his physician.
  E) Determine if the client has any cultural or ethnic beliefs that would impact compliance with the medication regime.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

ndhahbi

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 390
Answer to Question 1

1,2,4,5
Rationale: During an overnight sleep study, the patient's oxygen saturation level will be measured.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D, E




futuristic

  • Member
  • Posts: 638
Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


CAPTAINAMERICA

  • Member
  • Posts: 325
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

Did you know?

Amphetamine poisoning can cause intravascular coagulation, circulatory collapse, rhabdomyolysis, ischemic colitis, acute psychosis, hyperthermia, respiratory distress syndrome, and pericarditis.

Did you know?

Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.

Did you know?

Sildenafil (Viagra®) has two actions that may be of consequence in patients with heart disease. It can lower the blood pressure, and it can interact with nitrates. It should never be used in patients who are taking nitrates.

Did you know?

Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Carrots are high in vitamin A (retinol), which is essential for good vision. It can also be found in milk, cheese, egg yolks, and liver.

Did you know?

According to research, pregnant women tend to eat more if carrying a baby boy. Male fetuses may secrete a chemical that stimulates their mothers to step up her energy intake.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library