A nursing diagnosis for a patient suffering a terminal illness is "spiritual distress." Based on the diagnosis, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention? Select all that apply
1. Allowing the patient to express concerns about dying
2. Soliciting an appropriate member of the clergy with the patient's consent
3. Suggesting that family members limit their visits during the patient's distress
4. Providing comfort by sitting quietly at the patient's bedside
5. Encouraging the patient to leave the TV on and to keep room blinds open
ANS: 1, 2, 4
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The psychiatric nurse is reflecting on the treatment and care of the mentally ill throughout history. Which of the following philosophical beliefs most guided treatment of the mentally ill during 17th century Europe?
1. The mentally ill were divinely inspired and should be treated with care and benevolence. 2. The body's humors were responsible; blood, bile, and phlegm must be balanced. 3. Madness was best overcome by discipline and brutality. 4. The mentally ill were possessed by evil spirits that inflicted emotional suffering.
Select the best outcome for a patient with this nursing diagnosis: Impaired social interaction related to sociocultural dissonance as evidenced by stating,
"Although I'd like to, I don't join in because I don't speak the language very well." Within 1 week, the patient will: a. demonstrate improved social skills. b. express a desire to interact with others. c. become more independent in decision making. d. select and participate in one group activity per day.
The parent of a newborn infant calls the pediatrician's office to report that the baby wakes up every 2 hours and only takes about 2 ounces of formula before going back to sleep. What instruction should the nurse give this parent?
A) Offer the baby less formula to prevent waste. B) Continue to feed the baby with this "on demand" schedule. C) Make the baby wait at least 3 hours between feedings. D) When the baby gets sleepy during feeding, use techniques such as moving around and tickling to encourage wakefulness.
High blood pressure damages blood vessels and may predispose to strokes and kidney damage
Indicate whether the statement is true or false