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james0929

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The nurse caring in the intensive care unit suspects that one of her patients is experiencing sensory overload. Which findings would increase her suspicion? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Disorientation
  b. Restlessness
  c. Hallucinations
  d. Depression
  e. Preoccupation with somatic complaints

Question 2

When should the nurse assess pain?
 
  a. Whenever a full set of vital signs is taken
  b. During the admission interview
  c. Every 4 hours for the first 2 days after surgery
  d. Only when the patient reports pain


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TINA

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


james0929

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

cam1229

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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