The clinic nurse knows that every time a woman of childbearing age comes in to the office for a health maintenance visit, she should be counseled about the benefits of daily folic acid supplementation
A) True
B) False
A
True
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A 77-year-old patient is admitted for the treatment of a fracture, and the nurse has identified that the patient has a history of heavy alcohol use. At what point should the care team administer pharmacologic treatments for alcohol withdrawal?
A) After skeletal muscle relaxants have taken effect B) As soon as the patient shows signs of withdrawal C) After cognitive behavioral therapy has begun D) After treatment for the patient's acute injuries has been completed
During a summer healthy child visit, the mother tells the nurse that when school starts, she will be going back to work. The mother expresses her concern that her child will be a "latchkey" kid
Which suggestions will the nurse make to help maintain the child's safety and comfort? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "During the summer, leave the child home alone for short periods of time." 2. "Ensure that an adult will always be available by phone." 3. "Allow the child's close friend to stay with the child so that he will not be alone." 4. "Plan some activities that can serve as distractions for the child while alone." 5. "Ensure that the child knows how and when to call 911."
Parents ask the nursery staff what the light does for their jaundiced infant. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "The light increases the infant's metabolism." b. "The light stimulates liver function." c. "The light dilates blood vessels." d. "The light breaks down bilirubin."
During the assessment of a client with major depression, the nurse observes that the client experiences psychomotor agitation. Which of the following manifestations of psychomotor agitation is seen in the client?
A) Increased sleep C) Lack of energy B) Distractibility D) Lack of interest in daily events