A common cause of conflict for nursing staff and individuals and their families is:
a. prejudice.
b. racism.
c. world view.
d. communication challenges.
d
A common cause of conflict for nursing staff and
individuals and their families is communication challenges
because communication patterns are also culturally embed
ded and determined.
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After teaching a client who is prescribed methimazole, the nurse determines that the teaching was effective when the client states which of the following? Select all that apply
A) "I need to take the drug around the clock." B) "I should call my primary health care provider if I have a fever." C) "I can use any over-the-counter medications if I need to." D) "I might have some tenderness and swelling of my neck." E) "I don't need to monitor my weight like I did before."
Which is the primary pathophysiologic effect that is intended from the use of a central-acting sympatholytic in the client who exhibits hypertension and anxiety?
A) Vasoconstriction and reduction of blood pressure and heart rate B) Central-acting sympatholytics induce sedation and fatigue C) Affects kidneys and reduces activity of renin D) Block receptors for norepinephrine in the brain
The patient has a care plan that describes responses to a specific behavior. You should
A) implement the approaches listed when the behavior is out of control. B) inform the nurse that the patient is acting up and ask him to initiate the plan. C) implement the approaches listed as soon as the behavior begins. D) communicate the problem to other team members and get their advice.
Antianxiety drugs, also called ________, are minor tranquilizers.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).