After several weeks, a critically ill patient has progressed well and is being transferred to a step-down unit. What normal patient response does the nurse anticipate?
A) Relief
B) Thankfulness
C) Anxiety
D) Indifference
C
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To assess the mental status of a 9-month-old ICU patient, the nurse could assess for
A) a Babinski reflex. B) a positive Kernig's sign. C) spontaneous arousability. D) intact cranial nerves.
After teaching a group of nursing students about the action of sulfonamides, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students state that the action of this class of drugs is primarily which of the following?
A) Bacteriostatic B) Bactericidal C) Promotor of folic acid activity D) Bacterial cell metabolizer
An interprofessional team is meeting to create a care bundle to prevent the development of contractures in patients with limb paralysis from neurological health problems. Which actions should the committee members include when creating this care bundle?
1. Narrow the patient population in which the bundle will be applied. 2. Define the number and type of range-of-motion exercises to be performed. 3. Identify three interventions proven to reduce the development of contractures. 4. Communicate when the bundle has been completed and ready to for implementation. 5. Emphasize that interventions are recommendations to reduce the incidence of contractures.
A nurse is developing a plan of care for an older adult with chronic heart disease. Which of the following factors must be considered?
A) Family members do not need to be as involved in care of the older adult. B) Almost 100% of all older adults have limitations from multiple chronic illnesses. C) Few older adults want to maintain their health and independence. D) Medications, hospitalizations, and medical supplies increase economic difficulties.