The nurse explains that the classic early warning symptom of a detached retina is:
a. tearing and swelling of the eye.
b. flashing colored lights in the eye.
c. bleeding into the anterior chamber.
d. intense brow pain.
B
Seeing flashing colored lights is an early warning symptom of retinal detachment.
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What suggestions should the nurse give the family of a client with end-stage cancer who is experiencing nausea and vomiting?
A) Do not feed the client. B) Encourage ingestion of foods that appeal to the client. C) Serve seasoned foods. D) Serve food very hot.
Which of the following is an example of a closed-ended question or statement?
A) "How did that make you feel?" B) "Did you take those drugs?" C) "What medications do you take at home?" D) "Describe the type of pain you have."
The nurse is using the SBAR communication tool to communicate with a healthcare provider. Which statement should the nurse use to communicate the background?
A. "I would suggest decreasing the dosage of the medication." B. "The client's mental status is confused." C. "I am calling about Mr. X's blood pressure." D. "I think that the client's medication has caused the confusion."
The changing roles of the various members within the interdisciplinary team is not without controversy or disagreements. Which statement best identifies a current belief held by some medical organizations?
A) All health care team members must report to the physician. B) The training of the DNP should be similar to the MD. C) The AMA has the obligation to regulate advanced practice nurses. D) Medicine can identify the roles and functions of a DNP.