Immediate surgery is planned for a patient with acute abdominal pain. The question used by the nurse that will elicit the most complete information about the patient's coping-stress tolerance pattern is:
a) What do you think caused this abdominal pain
b) How do you feel about yourself and your hospitalization
c) Are there other major problems that are a concern right now
Ans: c) Are there other major problems that are a concern right now
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What is the provider assessing? a. Color vision b. Depth perception c. Spatial perception d. Visual acuity
As part of the treatment regimen for the diagnosis of colon cancer, a 73-year-old client has recently received a colostomy. What should the nurse prioritize during discussions in the early stages of patient teaching?
A) Modifications in food and fluid intake that the device necessitates B) The lifestyle adjustments and effect on self-concept that often accompany colostomies C) Further treatment options that exist for colon cancer D) The importance of monitoring for signs of infection at the colostomy site
The nursing assistant is a member of the interdisciplinary team. This group of professionals and non-professionals from many health care fields is focused on
A. Meeting the unique, individual needs of the patient. B. Inspecting health care organizations for safe practices. C. Publishing quality reports for public view. D. Ensuring the chain of command is followed.
A nurse assesses fetal heart rates when clients are examined in the maternity clinic. The nurse determines which fetus needs further assessment?
a. The fetus with a heart rate of 150 beats per minute b. The fetus with a heart rate of 140 beats per minute c. The fetus with a heart rate of 130 beats per minute d. The fetus with a heart rate of 110 beats per minute