The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Had a Computed

question 28

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who had a computed tomography (CT) scan of the head with contrast medium.Which priority intervention does the nurse implement?

• A) Maintain bedrest with the head of the bed elevated less than 30 degrees.
• B) Apply a pressure dressing to the site of injection.
• C) Increase fluid intake after the procedure.
• D) Maintain sedation for 8 hours postprocedure.

Understand the distinction between controlled and automatic processes.

Recognize the characteristics and examples of altered states of consciousness.

Identify and explain the various states and levels of consciousness and awareness.

Comprehend the physiological and psychological aspects of consciousness including its biological bases.

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Definitions:

Raw Material Inventory

The total stock of basic materials awaiting processing into finished goods within a manufacturing or production facility.

Finished Goods Inventory

The stock of completed products that are ready to be sold but have not yet been sold.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate overhead costs to products or services, based on estimated costs and activity levels.

Applied Overhead

Costs related to production that are not directly tied to a specific product but allocated based on a formula or measure.