The patient asks the nurse to explain the function of the ...

[rl]

The patient asks the nurse to explain the function of the sinoatrial node in the heart. What is the nurse's best response?
 
  a. The sinoatrial node stimulates the heart to beat in a normal rhythm.
  b. The sinoatrial node protects the heart from atherosclerotic changes.
  c. The sinoatrial node provides the heart with oxygenated blood.
  d. The sinoatrial node protects the heart from infection.

Question 2

When conducting a health history assessment, the nurse would want to know what most important information about the patient's elimination status? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Recent changes in elimination patterns
  b. Changes in color, consistency, or odor of stool or urine
  c. Time of day patient defecates
  d. Discomfort or pain with elimination
  e. List of medications taken by patient
  f. Patient's preferences for toileting

[tofugiraffe]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The sinoatrial node is the natural pacemaker of the heart, and it assists the heart to beat in a normal rhythm. The sinoatrial node does not protect from atherosclerotic changes or infection, and it does not directly provide the heart with oxygenated blood.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D, E
Recent changes in elimination patterns, color, consistency, or odor are important for the nurse to know concerning elimination. Discomfort or pain during elimination is important for the nurse to know. A nurse should also know which medications the patient is on as this may affect elimination. Personal preferences are not the most important data the nurse needs to collect.

[rl]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[Jossy]

Excellent