If the patient is wearing an incontinent brief, make sure it is dry before weighing.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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During a health history, a 22-year old woman asks, Can I get that vaccine for human papilloma virus (HPV)? I have genital warts and Id like them to go away! What is the nurses best response?
a. The HPV vaccine is for girls and women ages 9 to 26 years, so we can start that today. b. This vaccine is only for girls who have not yet started to become sexually active. c. Lets check with the physician to see if you are a candidate for this vaccine. d. The vaccine cannot protect you if you already have an HPV infection.
A young, single client reports excessive menstrual flow with menses lasting 10 days each month. Which treatment option will provide symptomatic relief for this client with the least risk?
A) Dilation and curettage (D and C) B) Hormonal contraceptives C) Endometrial ablation D) Uterine balloon therapy
The nurse makes this entry in a client's medical record: "The client is a drug addict, and is always asking for more medication than is necessary." In this situation, the nurse may be charged with which of the following?
A) Defamation B) Incompetence C) Libel D) Slander
Your elderly patient suffers from metastatic cancer. She understands her condition and expresses a
readiness for death. What nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate? A) Risk for spiritual distress B) Potential for enhanced spiritual well-being C) Ineffective individual coping D) Spiritual distress