The need for human contact, including touch, is a powerful one.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A frightened mother calls the pediatrician's office because her child swallowed dishwashing detergent. What is the most appropriate action?
a. Induce vomiting by giving the child syrup of ipecac. b. Take the child to the local emergency department. c. Give the child activated charcoal mixed with juice. d. Give the child milk to soothe affected mucous membranes.
A patient who is steroid dependent due to adrenocortical insufficiency calls the clinic and is very upset, telling the nurse of the extreme stress he or she is experiencing right now
What does the nurse expect the health care provider will order concerning his or her medication? A) The dosage may continue as ordered. B) The medication may be discontinued until stress declines. C) The dosage of the medication may be increased. D) The dosage of the medication may be decreased.
A patient with type 2 diabetes presents at the clinic for a routine follow-up appointment. The patient asks the nurse whether she can take the herbal supplement ginseng. What is the correct response by the nurse?
A) "It increases the risk for high blood glucose levels." B) "It increases the risk for low blood glucose levels." C) "There is no research to indicate what effect it will have." D) "There is no reason ginseng cannot be taken by people with diabetes."
The camp nurse is teaching campers how to prevent Lyme disease. Which of the following is recommended advice?
A) Wear dark-colored clothing. B) Wear sandals instead of sneakers. C) Use tweezers to remove a tick. D) Do not use spray repellants on children.