Giddens Concepts for Nursing Practice Test Bank

A nurse is providing a series of educational workshops for caregivers of older clients interested in promoting the health and well-being of their clients. Which would be appropriate topics for this group? Select all that apply.

A 67-year-old client with a history of type II diabetes mellitus and chronic hypertension is admitted to the emergency department after a myocardial infarction. Which type of shock should the nurse be prepared to treat in this client?

A client with preeclampsia begins to demonstrate manifestations of seizure activity. Which intervention by the nurse is most likely to protect the client and fetus from injury?

The nurse is assessing the endocrine system of an older female patient. Which finding is considered an expected age-related change in this system?

The nurse is caring for a premature infant diagnosed with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering to this client?