The nurse is conducting a focused assessment of a male patient who has a history of poorly controlled hypertension. Which of the following findings would indicate the presence of renal artery bruits?
A) S1 and S2 sounds over the kidneys
B) A whooshing sound over the kidneys
C) A lack of audible sounds over the kidneys
D) Gurgles and clicks over the kidneys
Question 2
A patient with a history of chronic foot ulcers secondary to diabetes has been admitted to the preoperative clinic in preparation for a metatarsal amputation.
The patient appears stoic and avoids making eye contact with the nurse, while answering assessment questions with one-word answers. How should the nurse best respond to this patient's demeanor?
A) Ask the patient if he would like to have a p.r.n. benzodiazepine.
B) Ask the patient if he is experiencing signs and symptoms of depression.
C) Reassure the patient that many individuals with amputations lead fulfilling lives.
D) Try to gently assess the patient's feelings around this procedure.
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