Which of the following would be a symptom of short-term memory loss?
a. Inability to recall year of birth
b. Forgetting the names of one's children
c. Inability to count backward from 100 by sevens
d. Always looking for glasses
D
Short-term memory loss would encompass looking for glasses that were just placed in the drawer or on the nightstand. Loss of short-term memory or forgetfulness can be a symptom of confusion or high stress levels. Responses A and B are examples of long-term memory loss. Counting backward from 100 by sevens is a measurement of calculation ability.
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1. Obtain the history of the illness from the parent. 2. Advise the parent to hang up and call 911. 3. Make an appointment for the child to see the health care provider. 4. Reassure the parent and provide instructions on home care for the child.
Which option refers to the highest level of human functioning according to Maslow?
a. Biological and physical integrity b. Safety and security c. Self-esteem d. Self-actualization
A nurse is caring for client at a health care facility whose treatment includes therapeutic exercises. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most likely for this client?
A) Ineffective breathing pattern B) Perioperative-positioning injury C) Impaired social interaction D) Delayed surgical recovery
A postpartum client calls the telephone triage nurse and reports that her 2-month-old infant has a fever. She asks the nurse what to give the baby. The nurse should suggest:
1. Acetaminophen (Tylenol). 2. Aspirin. 3. Ibuprophen (Advil). 4. Naproxen Sodium (Aleve).