Which of these statements about systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is true?
a. It occurs most commonly in young white males.
b. It is characterized by periods of exacerbation and remission.
c. It can be cured with prescribed medications.
d. It is diagnosed by computerized tomography.
B
SLE is a disease characterized by periods of exacerbation and remissions.
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Which of the following actions is acceptable as an exception to a nurse's obligation regarding confidentiality?
a. Reporting certain diseases to public health authority b. Discussing a patient's care with someone who does not know the patient c. Leaving printouts of lab reports on the desk in the physicians' lounge as a convenience d. Discussing a patient's condition in a public place as long as the patient's name is not mentioned
The nurse is admitting a healthy 35-year-old woman to the outpatient surgery department for the removal of a plantar wart. She consumes approximately 2000 cal/day. What is her recommended intake of water?
A) 1000 mL of fluid per day C) 2000 mL of fluid per day B) 1500 mL of fluid per day D) 2500 mL of fluid per day
Which client statements indicate that teaching about corticosteroid replacement therapy has been effective?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "I should take this medication with food." 2. "I should avoid alcohol when taking this medication." 3. "I should keep appointments with my health care provider for follow-up blood work." 4. "I can stop taking this medication if I feel funny or sick." 5. "I will need to drink more water with this medication because it makes me lose water."
During the process of implementing cares and treatments for a client, the nurse realizes there are several entities included in this phase. (Select all that apply):
1. Evaluating the outcome of the interventions 2. Reassessing the client 3. Documenting the history and physical 4. Supervising delegated care 5. Implementing the nursing interventions