The primary nurse shares with the health care team the need for her client, diagnosed with cancer, to go out on a pass to attend her daughter's wedding. She is serving in what role as a nurse?
A) Caregiver
B) Educator
C) Counselor
D) Advocate
Ans: D
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The primary nurse should serve as an advocate for her clients.
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1. "You might have placenta previa, and should get to the hospital right away." 2. "It indicates the start of labor, and the contractions should start very soon." 3. "You passed your mucus plug, and will probably begin labor within 48 hours." 4. "It might indicate an infection, and you should be seen by the physician today."
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A client complains of mild inflammation. Which medication would not be an appropriate choice to treat mild inflammation?
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