A nursing staff in an inpatient psychiatric unit fails to conduct the regularly scheduled group meetings because of staffing problems. Which client right does this impact?
A) Right to refuse treatment
B) Right to receive treatment
C) Right to confidentiality
D) Right to review the treatment plan
B
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While caring for a patient with a closed head injury, the nurse assesses the patient to be alert with a blood pressure 130/90 mm Hg, heart rate 60 beats/min, respirations 18 breaths/min, and a temperature of 102° F
To reduce the risk of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in this patient, what is (are) the priority nursing action(s)? a. Ensure adequate periods of rest between nursing interventions. b. Insert an oral airway and monitor respiratory rate and depth. c. Maintain neutral head alignment and avoid extreme hip flexion. d. Reduce ambient room temperature and administer antipyretics.
A patient has used Cafergot (ergotamine tartrate and caffeine) for frequent migraine headaches over the past 6 months. The patient calls to report, "My fingers have been getting cold and numb recently"
The nurse should give which instruction to the patient? a. Decrease the dosage interval to increase the serum concentration of ergotamine. b. Discontinue the ergotamine and take acetaminophen as a substitute. c. Take an 81-mg aspirin tablet to improve circulation. d. Come to the clinic for evaluation. This could be a sign of ergot toxicity.
A patient has been diagnosed with primary glaucoma. What information would the nurse provide about this condition?
1. It was probably caused by a congenital anomaly in the structure of the eye. 2. Primary glaucoma is not as serious as other forms of glaucoma. 3. The disorder has no relation to other ocular conditions. 4. This condition is the result of conjunctival infections in childhood.
Sarah is a nursing graduate of 5 years who is very confident in her clinical skills. She has taken some certificate courses in leadership and management and has considered beginning a graduate degree with this focus. She is excited about being able to use
Before beginning her new position, Sarah spends time with her nurse executive to clarify the executive's expectations of her and of the unit that she has been hired to manage. After a year, Sarah successfully transitions into the nurse manager role and considers taking the examination to become a certified nurse executive. Amy advises her that this is not possible because Sarah will need: a. A graduate degree. b. At least a nursing diploma. c. 24 months of experience. d. 5 years of successful experience.