A Nurse on the Cardiac Unit Notes Increased Frequency of Premature

question 177

Multiple Choice

A nurse on the cardiac unit notes increased frequency of premature ventricular contractions for a patient who was recently started on digitalis.Which of the following laboratory results would the nurse evaluate first?

• A)Red blood cell count
• B)LDH (lactate dehydrogenase)
• C)Potassium
• D)Total protein

Explain the commons dilemma and how communication affects group behavior.

Identify factors that influence group decision-making, including the presence of a strong, directive leader and self-censorship.

Understand the impact of diverse opinions and independent thinking on group effectiveness ("wisdom of crowds").

Recognize behavioral contagion in groups, exemplified by the "bad apple" effect.

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Definitions:

Rapid-eye-movement Sleep

A unique phase of sleep characterized by random rapid movement of the eyes, low muscle tone, and the propensity for vivid dreams.

Deep Sleep

A restorative phase of sleep known as slow-wave sleep, characterized by slow brain waves, reduced muscle activity, and limited sensory stimulation.

Enuresis

Failure to control the bladder (urination) once the normal age for control has been reached.

Encopresis

A condition in children characterized by the involuntary passage of feces, typically associated with chronic constipation.