Do Not Resuscitate Order often accompanies situations when the prognosis of the patient is approximately

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: DNR orders are typically implemented when death is imminent (less than 6 months), aligning with terminal illness stages where resuscitation is futile or against patient wishes. Longer prognoses may not necessitate DNR yet.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The social worker coordinates services and counsels patients about financial, housing, marital, and family issues affecting healthcare, making them the appropriate consultant.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The vital signs show an elevated respiratory rate (RR 22, normal 12-20) and heart rate (HR 98, upper normal range), suggesting potential respiratory or cardiac distress post-surgery. A focused respiratory assessment and apical heart rate check are appropriate to investigate these abnormalities thoroughly, as they could indicate complications like atelectasis or tachycardia. The BP difference (12/24 mm Hg) is notable but not immediately alarming unless persistent, and the temperature is normal.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Resting for 20 minutes when a patient is emotional (C) is appropriate to ensure an accurate baseline pulse, not inappropriate. Measuring heart and pulse rates simultaneously for a short pulse (A) or using heart rate for weak pulses (B) are correct. Using the thumb (D) risks confusing the nurse’s pulse with the patient’s and is inappropriate.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Intermittent fever, with spikes followed by normal temperatures, is characteristic of malaria (D) due to periodic parasite release. Influenza (A) and sepsis (C) cause more sustained fevers; typhoid (B) has a stepwise pattern.