An adolescent is brought to the emergency department by her parents because they were concerned about their daughter's appearance. The client appears emaciated and pale
The parents tell the nurse that the client has been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa. A history and physical examination and laboratory testing are completed. Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect that the client will be admitted to the hospital? Select all that apply.
A) Blood pressure of 110/60 mm Hg
B) Elevated serum potassium level
C) Decreased serum magnesium level
D) Heart rate of 40 beats/min
E) Statements of being "hopeless"
C, D, E
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A school nurse is teaching a group of adolescents about adequate nutrition. What increased intake should the nurse encourage?
a. Potassium and sodium b. Chloride and magnesium c. Iron and calcium d. Vitamins and minerals
The population health nurse visits a family in the community and becomes aware that the family is facing loss of their house because of the primary income earner's recent illness, which depleted the household income
. The nurse should intervene to aid the family by: 1. Referring them to their local church. 2. Contacting local social service agencies for emergency housing funds. 3. Finding employment for other family members. 4. Arranging for home health services for the primary income earner.
The committee working on the implementation plan for the clinical information system is finalizing a policy to address responsibilities when safeguarding sensitive information. Which ethical values should the committee emphasize in this policy? Select all that apply.
A) Justice B) Veracity C) Autonomy D) Beneficence E) Non-maleficence