This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: In 1882, the first psychiatric training school for nurses opened. The first psychiatric nurse was: ... (Read 189 times)

dbose

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 597
on: Jul 11, 2018
In 1882, the first psychiatric training school for nurses opened. The first psychiatric nurse was:
 
  a. Dorothea Dix.
  b. Linda Richards.
  c. Clara Barton.
  d. Lillian Wald.

Question 2

If the patient taking a diuretic has an erratic pulse and muscle weakness, the nurse should suspect a decrease in:
 
  a. sodium.
  b. potassium.
  c. chloride.
  d. iron.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

rekilledagain

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 337
Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Linda Richards, who practiced in the 1880s, is credited as being the first psychiatric nurse.

Answer to Question 2

B
Diuretics can deplete potassium through urine excretion and lead to muscle weakness and cardiac arrhythmias.


dbose

  • Member
  • Posts: 597
Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

essyface1

  • Member
  • Posts: 347
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Signs and symptoms that may signify an eye tumor include general blurred vision, bulging eye(s), double vision, a sensation of a foreign body in the eye(s), iris defects, limited ability to move the eyelid(s), limited ability to move the eye(s), pain or discomfort in or around the eyes or eyelids, red or pink eyes, white or cloud spots on the eye(s), colored spots on the eyelid(s), swelling around the eyes, swollen eyelid(s), and general vision loss.

Did you know?

Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.

Did you know?

Pregnant women usually experience a heightened sense of smell beginning late in the first trimester. Some experts call this the body's way of protecting a pregnant woman from foods that are unsafe for the fetus.

Did you know?

Less than one of every three adults with high LDL cholesterol has the condition under control. Only 48.1% with the condition are being treated for it.

Did you know?

Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve small pieces of metal such as razor blades or staples.

The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history
A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery. A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery.
Secondary School Enrollment Worldwide Secondary School Enrollment Worldwide
Nurse administering enteral nutrition through a feeding tube. Nurse administering enteral nutrition through a feeding tube.
The nurse conveys attentive listening through a posture of involvement The nurse conveys attentive listening through a posture of involvement
Family interactive style predicts academic achievement in high school Family interactive style predicts academic achievement in high school
Video: ATPase function - membrane transport, contractile proteins and synthesis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library