The defense mechanism used to avoid doing something by becoming ill is
a. denial
b. rationalization
c. displacement
d. conversion reaction
c. displacement
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In postoperative teaching to a ureterotomy patient, the nurse would include information pertaining to:
1. significance of ureteral catheter for the first week. 2. appropriate use of karaya gum products. 3. daily pouch change schedule. 4. changing pouch in the evening before bedtime.
The nurse instructs the client and family to observe for client hypoxia during home oxygen therapy. Which is the most important clinical indicator of hypoxia that the nurse instructs the family to monitor?
1. Confusion 2. Dusky lips 3. Tachypnea 4. Restlessness
Which patient has the greatest potential for symptom improvement after ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) treatment?
a. A patient who has a dual diagnosis of cocaine and alcohol abuse b. A patient who appears stuporous and is diagnosed with major depression c. A patient diagnosed with depression who exhibits a sociopathic personality disorder d. A patient diagnosed with chronic schizophrenia who is exhibiting signs of dementia
Which of the following is most effective in determining the strength of a patient's contractions?
A. Patient report B. Tocodynanamometer tracing C. RN palpation D. Sterile vaginal exam during a contraction