A patient is given a nursing diagnosis of activity intolerance related to pain and claudication with ambulation. What would be an appropriate intervention for this patient?
A) Assess for pain, pulses, pallor, paresthesia, and paralysis
B) Assess dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial pulse bilaterally
C) Gradually increase activity
D) Assess with a Doppler and notify the physician
C
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The nurse is developing a pedigree. Which pieces of information can be used to help identify the widowed female?
Select all that apply. 1. A square is used to denote the female. 2. A circle is used to denote the male. 3. A horizontal line connects the circle and the square in the middle. 4. A line above the circle and square that is linked on the top of each shape. 5. The square has a diagonal line through the square from bottom left to upper right corner.
The nurse notes that a woman who has given birth 1 hour ago is touching her infant with the fingertips and talking to him softly in high-pitched tones. Based on this observation, the nurse should:
a. Document this evidence of normal early maternal-infant attachment behavior. b. Observe for other signs that the mother may not be accepting of the infant. c. Request a social service consult for psychosocial support. d. Determine whether the mother is too fatigued to interact normally with her infant.
The nurse in a community clinic recognizes that older women face various barriers to obtaining health care. The barriers that must be overcome include: Note: Credit will only be given if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Transportation difficulties. 2. Lack of health coverage. 3. Symptom-specific treatment. 4. Adequate research on chronic conditions. 5. The Family and Medical Leave Act.
The nurse is teaching the parents of a child with influenza measures to provide symptom relief for their child. Which of the following is a recommended treatment?
A) Raise the head of the bed. B) Offer large amounts of fluids every 4 hours. C) Place a cold pack over an earache. D) Discontinue antibiotics with relief of symptoms.