What is one sign of cholecystitis in a patient who

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What is one sign of cholecystitis in a patient who has sickle cell disease?

A. Abdominal tenderness B. General abdominal pain C. Left upper quadrant pain D. Rebound tenderness

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Cholecystitis (A) in sickle cell patients often presents with RUQ tenderness due to gallstones.

A patient requires intracranial surgery. When should antibiotics be prescribed?

A. Before the surgery B. During the surgery C. After the patient is stable D. Avoid adding antibiotics

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Prophylactic antibiotics (A) are given before surgery to prevent infection.

Is it appropriate to provide a person who is grieving after a family member's death with antidepressants?

A. Yes B. No C. Depends on the patient's response D. Based on the patient's preference

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Antidepressants (C) depend on grief severity (e.g., if it becomes depression).

What can a complete blood count test identify in sickle cell anemia?

A. The condition itself B. Nothing C. Unusual changes in blood cells D. Fluctuating results

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: CBC (C) shows abnormal RBCs in sickle cell.

When examining the SA node, what should a nurse look for when diagnosing sinus bradycardia?

A. A rapid beat rate B. An irregular heartbeat C. A slow beat rate D. Cases in which the heart stops and starts at random

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Sinus bradycardia (C) is a slow rate (<60 bpm) from the SA node.

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