A nurse is caring for a client who is bedridden. To establish a bladder routine, what
should the nurse encourage the client to do?
A) Increase fluid intake
B) Decrease protein intake
C) Perform mild exercises
D) Eat a low-calorie diet
A
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A nurse is caring for a patient who is starting gabapentin therapy. During the initial assessment the patient informs the nurse that he takes antacids every day. The nurse will stress to the patient that gabapentin should be taken
A) at least 1 hour before ingesting antacids. B) at least 2 hours after administering antacids. C) intravenously. D) with milk or food.
The nurse is preparing to administer medication to a child with a gastrostomy tube in place. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this procedure? Select all answers that apply
A) Verify proper tube placement prior to instilling medication. B) Mix liquid medications with a small amount of water and add directly into the tube. C) Mix powdered medications well with cold water first. D) Crush tablets and mix with warm water to prevent tube occlusion. E) Open up capsules and mix the contents with warm water. F) Flush the tube with water after administering medications.
Which therapeutic approach by the nurse involves the use of personal awareness in order to carry out the steps of the nursing process?
1. Use of self 2. Use of empathy 3. Use of open-ended questions 4. Use of therapeutic communication
A client with multiple sclerosis has experienced an exacerbation of symptoms, including paresthesias, diplopia, and nystagmus. Which instruction should the nurse provide?
A) Stay out of direct sunlight. B) Restrict intake of high protein foods. C) Schedule extra rest periods. D) Go to the emergency room immediately.