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Destiiny22

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A patient converts from normal sinus rhythm at 80 beats/min to atrial fibrillation with a ventricular response at 166 beats/min. Blood pressure is 162/74 . Respiratory rate is 20/min with normal chest expansion and clear lungs bilaterally.
 
  IV heparin and Cardizem are given. The nurse caring for the patient understands that the primary goal of treatment is what?
  A) Decrease SA node conduction
  B) Control ventricular rate
  C) Improve oxygenation
  D) Maintain anticoagulation

Question 2

An older patient expresses anger about the loss of her husband to a younger, more attractive woman 4 years ago. She blames this for her physical and social decline. Which theory of aging supports this patient's belief?
 
  1. Activity Theory
  2. Disengagement Theory
  3. Jung's Theory of Individualism
  4. Erickson's Developmental Theory


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: The Activity Theory promotes the need for the older adult to stay active and engaged.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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