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chads108

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The nurse is admitting a 64-year-old Hispanic male patient to the rehabilitation facility following surgical intervention for a broken hip. The nurse should first assess which of the following?
 
  a. Self-care ability
  b. Self-esteem
  c. Communication
  d. Pain

Question 2

Which nursing diagnosis would be a priority for a patient in acute respiratory distress?
 
  a. Pain
  b. Impaired gas exchange
  c. Activity intolerance
  d. Deficient knowledge


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fatboyy09

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


chads108

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Reply 2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Excellent

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