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HudsonKB16

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The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. As part of the nursing plan, the nurse focuses on maintaining his cardiopulmonary function. Which of the following interventions will best promote maximum chest expansion?
 
  A) Deep-breathing exercises
  B) Proper positioning, usually upright
  C) Coughing
  D) Chest percussion

Question 2

Which of the following symptoms in a client who is using oral contraceptives should be reported to the physician immediately?
 
  a. Decrease in menstrual flow
  b. 5-pound weight gain
  c. Leg pain and edema
  d. Increased pigmentation of the face


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gstein359

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C
Oral contraceptives increase clotting factors that may place the woman at risk for thrombophlebitis. Leg pain and edema are symptoms of thrombophlebitis.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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