M.S. begins to cry and says, "I cannot possibly stop smoking, change my diet, and exercise all at the same time."You encourage M.S. to start working on one problem at a time
How should it be decided which problem M.S. should attempt first?
Let her choose the problem. She is more likely to be successful if she works on the problem that she
feels most capable of resolving.
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When caring for a postoperative wound at home, what would a patient of German descent tend to use?
a. Kerosene b. Iodine c. Salves and liniments d. Onion compresses
A nurse working in a community clinic understands that morbidity and mortality related to NCD is affected by access to health care, so the nurse makes sure the patients
A. Have access to preventive screenings B. Ignore follow-up appointments C. Both 1 and 4 D. Get resources to help them manage care
The nurse has admitted Mr. Manning to the home care agency for disease management services. Her initial assessment reveals some cognitive deficits that may be attributable to early Alzheimer disease
In determining the frequency and type of visits, the nurse decides A) the client is a good candidate for telehealth monitoring. B) she should monitor the client in person until she can further evaluate his cognitive deficits. C) to encourage the client to get a cell phone so she can call to determine his health status. D) the home care aid should see the client routinely to assess his health status.
Only the charge nurse is responsible for unit management and efficiency.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)