Author Question: A nurse is assessing a client with severe pain in his lower back. The client's breathing becomes ... (Read 58 times)

nramada · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse is assessing a client with severe pain in his lower back. The client's breathing becomes shallow when he is in pain. Which of the following autonomic nervous system responses should the nurse look for in the client?

A) Headache
B) Lethargy
C) Dilated pupils
D) Irritation

Question 2

In addition to syphilis and gonorrhea, prenatal laboratory work usually includes tests for which of these infectious diseases?

a. tuberculosis and pneumonia
b. herpes zoster and meningitis
c. influenza and bronchitis
d. chlamydia and human papillomavirus

kthug · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
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When dealing with clients whose pain is poorly controlled, the nurse should look for autonomic nervous system responses such as tachycardia, hypertension, dilated pupils, perspiration, pallor, rapid and shallow breathing, urinary retention, reduced bowel motility, and elevated blood glucose levels. Headaches, lethargy, and irritation are not autonomic nervous system responses.

Answer to Question 2

D
Immunization status should be confirmed and testing for sexually transmitted diseases (syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and human papillomavirus) should be performed to minimize adverse effects on the fetus.