The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Had a C8

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who had a C8 spinal cord injury 10 days ago and has a weak cough effort and loose-sounding secretions. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement initially?

• A)Suction the client's oral and pharyngeal airway.
• B)Administer oxygen at 7-9 L/minute with a face mask.
• C)Place the hands just below the xiphoid process and push upward when the client coughs.
• D)Encourage the client to use an incentive spirometer every 2 hours during the day.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the manufacturing process, including depreciation, utilities, and salaries for supervisors.

Gross Margin

The difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold, indicating the profitability of a company's core activities excluding overhead.

Contribution Margin

The amount of revenue remaining after variable costs have been deducted, which contributes to covering fixed costs and generating profit.

Opportunity Cost

The expense associated with missing out on the second-best option when a choice is made.