What occurrences of disease is the school nurse required to report to the health department? (Select all that apply.)
a. Rubella
b. Lyme disease
c. Pediculosis
d. Salmonella
e. Clostridium difficile
A, B, D
Rubella, Lyme disease, and Salmonella must all be reported. Lice and Clostridium difficile do not need to be reported.
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The patient asks for pain medication after abdominal surgery. By which means would the nurse determine the patient's level of pain to know how much medication to administer?
a. Have the patient rate the pain on a scale. b. Give the medication that is ordered. c. Start pain medication with the smallest dose possible. d. Reposition the patient and assess the pain.
Which nursing statement would best decrease a client's anxiety before an emergency operative procedure?
A) "You will be just fine; the operating room nurses will take good care of you." B) "It is best to take deep breaths and relax before the procedure." C) "Let me explain to you what will happen next." D) "We will keep your family informed of your progress."
A 45-year-old patient is ventilator dependent after a high cervical neck injury. He is alert and oriented and, after giving it much thought, has decided that he wants to be removed from the ventilator
The nurse believes the patient intends suicide, but supports his final decision. When the ventilator is removed, the nurse remains with the patient to support him. The nurse's action demonstrates respect for what moral principle? 1) Nonmaleficence 2) Autonomy 3) Beneficence 4) Fidelity
The client is going home after day surgery for a hydrocele. What information should the nurse be sure to teach this client?
A. "Report any incisional drainage to the doctor immediately." B. Use a condom during intercourse to prevent incisional infection." C. "Sit to urinate until all swelling is gone and drainage has stopped." D. "Wear the scrotal support device for at least 3 weeks after surgery."