A patient suddenly develops right lower-quadrant pain,nausea,vomiting,and rebound tenderness.How should the nurse classify this patient's pain?

A) Acute
B) Chronic
C) Intractable
D) Neuropathic

Directions: Analyze the problem for the desired answer.Set up a dimensional analysis-style equation in the space provided using the available data.Ensure that all undesired units will be canceled before doing the math.Do not use shortcuts to solve the equations even if the answer is known.For credit,show all work.Label answers.Evaluate each equation for correct setup and desired answer units.
An area rug 92 inches long is needed for the waiting room.How many yards in length will be needed to the nearest tenth of a yard?
Conversion formulas: 12 inches = 1 foot; 3 feet = 1 yard
DA equation:
Evaluation:

While measuring a patient's blood pressure, the nurse uses the proper technique to obtain an accurate reading. Which of these situations will result in a falsely high blood pressure reading? (Select all that apply.)

A) The person supports his or her own arm during the blood pressure reading.
B) The blood pressure cuff is too narrow for the extremity.
C) The arm is held above level of the heart.
D) The cuff is loosely wrapped around the arm.
E) The person is sitting with his or her legs crossed.
F) The nurse does not inflate the cuff high enough.

A patient discloses several concerns and associated feelings. If the nurse wants to seek clarification, which comment would be appropriate?

A) "What are the common elements here?"
B) "Tell me again about your experiences."
C) "Am I correct in understanding that…?"
D) "Tell me everything from the beginning."

A patient needs to have a Foley catheter inserted.Place the following steps into the correct order for this procedure.(Separate letters by a comma and space as follows: A,B,C,D.)
A) Apply sterile gloves.
B) Open the catheterization kit.
C) Wash the perineal area with soap and water.
D) Position the patient.
E) Drape the perineum. f. Clean the urethra.