For the past three evenings, shortly after their arrival in the hospital unit, the parents of a 14-year-old patient begin to argue about the cost of the hospitalization and the time required to come to the hospital
Your patient begins to cry and complain about her abdominal pain. The nurse assesses that the patient is assuming the role of: 1. caretaker.
2. martyr.
3. blocker.
4. scapegoat.
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A scapegoat usually assumes the role to maintain homeostasis, serving to divert attention from marital conflict between spouses.
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During the first 24 to 48 hours after a major burn, the focus of nutrition care is
a. provision of adequate protein. b. prevention of nausea and vomiting. c. replacement of fluids and electrolytes. d. education concerning nutrient needs.
The parents of a child with acid-base imbalance ask the nurse about mechanisms that regulate acid-base balance. Which statement by the nurse accurately explains the mechanisms regulating acid-base balance in children?
a. The respiratory, renal, and chemical-buffering systems regulate acid-base in the body. b. The kidneys balance acid; the lungs balance base. c. The cardiovascular and integumentary sys-tems work together to control acid-base. d. The skin, kidney, and endocrine systems control the body's acid-base.
The client has been suffering from a terminal illness for 5 years. In the past few months, the client's physical condition has been rapidly deteriorating, and the family caregiver has become exhausted providing care
What nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for this family? 1. Compromised family coping 2. Disabled family coping 3. Interrupted family processes 4. Readiness for enhanced family coping
A nurse is caring for a client undergoing chemotherapy. The client is depressed and does
not want to continue with the treatment. How can the nurse best help this client? A) Respect the client's rights and develop a rapport B) Reassure the client that the treatment is effective C) Explain the treatment to the client in medical terms D) Ask the client why he is depressed