The nurse is providing care for a young woman diagnosed with idiopathic thrombocytopenia. Which information should the nurse provide?
1. Take a low-dose aspirin daily.
2. Use pads during menstrual cycle instead of tampons.
3. Brush and floss teeth carefully.
4. Use glycerin suppositories to prevent constipation.
Answer: 2
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A) Grains and grain products B) Fruits C) Vegetables D) Low-fat dairy products
The registered nurse came to see many strengths and resources in the rural area. Among these were that rural residents are:
A. Diverse, both in ethnic groups and in age groups. B. Politically open to new ideas and approaches. C. Very resourceful and self-reliant. D. Willing to spend money to improve safety (such as adding roll bars to old tractors).
An adult tells the nurse, "My partner abuses me when I make mistakes, but I always get an apology and a gift afterward. I've considered leaving but haven't been able to bring myself to actually do it."
Which phase in the cycle of violence prevents this adult from leaving? a. Tension-building b. Acute battering c. Honeymoon d. Stabilization
A client's daughter is sitting by her mother's bedside who was recently transferred to the Intermediate Care Unit. She states "I don't understand what a brain attack is. The healthcare provider told me my mother is in serious condition and they are going to run several tests. I just don't know what is going on. What happened to my mother?" What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "I am sorry, but according to the Health Insurance Portability and Accounting Act (HIPAA), I cannot give you any information." B) "Your mother has had a stroke, and the blood supply to the brain has been blocked." C) "How do you feel about what the healthcare provider said?" D) "I will call the healthcare provider so he/she can talk to you about your mother's serious condition."