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A problem for the patient with a new laryngectomy would be feelings of isolation due to being unable to communicate verbally. Which nursing intervention is appropriate?

Which nursing intervention is for a patient, age 40, who is diagnosed with active tuberculosis?

Review the following ABG values and determine which state the patient is in.  pH: 7.41 PaCO2: 42 mmHg HCO3: 25 mEq/L

The nurse explains that the opening between the vocal cords is the __________.

Identify the purpose of chest drainage. (Select all that apply.)

Kelly is a Republican and Carlos is a Democrat. Both believe that the members of their own political party are more fair-minded and trustworthy than members of any other party. This belief best illustrates 

The nurse caring for a patient who has a closed chest drainage system notes that there is fluctuation (tidaling) in the water seal chamber. Which action is appropriate based on this assessment?

Review the following ABG values and determine which state the patient is in.  pH: 7.41 PaCO2: 42 mmHg HCO3: 25 mEq/L

The patient who had a bronchoscopy 1 hour ago asks when eating will be possible. . Which response would be most helpful?

The nurse explains that the opening between the vocal cords is the __________.