A client has had a spine operation and cannot walk properly. Which is an appropriate nursing intervention to ensure that the client can resume daily activity?
A) Inject pain killers to relieve the pain
B) Provide soothing backrub
C) Encourage walking with help
D) Suggest consultation with the physician
C
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a. 2600 mL/m2 per day c. 2400 mL/m2 per day b. 1500 mL/m2 per day d. 3000 mL/m2 per day
The nurse states to the newly pregnant patient, "Tell me how you feel about being pregnant." Which communication technique is the nurse using with this patient?
a. Clarifying b. Paraphrasing c. Reflection d. Structuring
The patient uses continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) at home and tells the home care nurse that the mask fits too tightly. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?
a. Changing the mask to a simple face mask b. Teaching the patient about maintaining a tight fit to face c. Enlarging several of the air holes on the mask d. Loosening the straps of the mask for the patient's comfort
After a Native American client has died, the family begins the practice of purifying the body. The nurse realizes that the deceased client may stay with the family for what period of time?
1. 12 hours 2. 24 hours 3. 36 hours 4. 48 hours