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You are preparing the nursing care plan for a middle-aged patient admitted to the intensive care unit for an acute myocardial infarction (heart attack).
 
  His symptoms include tachycardia, palpitations, anxiety, jugular vein distention, and fatigue. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most appropriate?
  a. Decreased Cardiac Output
  b. Impaired Tissue Perfusion
  c. Impaired Cardiac Contractility
  d. Impaired Activity Tolerance

Question 2

The patient is diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea. Identify the symptoms you would expect the client to exhibit. Choose all that apply.
 
  a. Bruxism
  b. Enuresis
  c. Daytime fatigue
  d. Snoring
  e. Drooling


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lauravaras

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

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, D


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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