While admitting an 82-yr-old patient with acute decompensated heart failure to the hospital, the nurse learns that the patient lives alone and sometimes confuses the 'water pill' with the 'heart pill.' When planning for the patient's discharge the nurse will facilitate a

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The data about the patient suggest that assistance in developing a system for taking medications correctly at home is needed. A home health nurse will assess the patient's home situation and help the patient develop a method for taking the two medications as directed. There is no evidence that the patient requires services such as a psychologist consult, long-term care, or around-the-clock home care.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The saphenous nerve, a branch of the femoral nerve, runs alongside the great saphenous vein on the medial leg.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: No P-waves and a slow, regular QRS suggest 3rd degree heart block, where the ventricles pace independently.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Atherosclerosis is the most common cause of reduced coronary blood flow in ischemic heart disease.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Bowel ischemia can lead to septic shock by allowing bacterial translocation into the bloodstream.