The nurse recognizes that pain assessment is an important aspect of all nursing assessments. Clients may be reluctant to self-report pain because:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Fear of shots
2. Belief that expressions of pain reveal weakness
3. Not wanting to disturb staff
4. Fear of addiction
5. Fear that the nurse won't believe the pain reported
1,2,3,4
Rationale: Children in particular may fear the injectable rout of analgesic administration
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Which law's goal is to decrease social detriments that cause health problems by increasing access to health insurance?
1. Americans with Disabilities Act. 2. Affordable Care Act. 3. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. 4. Equal Opportunity Act.
Chlorambucil has been ordered for a patient with Hodgkin's disease. The patient's son asks the nurse what adverse effects this drug has. What will the nurse include when responding to this question? (Select all that apply.)
A) Tremors B) Muscle twitching C) Confusion D) Gynecomastia E) Alopecia
In order to provide a comprehensive genetic history of a patient, the NP should:
A. Ask patients to complete a family history worksheet B. Seek out pathology reports related to the patient's disorder C. Interview family members regarding genetic disorders D. All of the above
Which expected outcome is developmentally appropriate for a hospitalized 4-year-old child?
a. The child will be dressed and fed by the parents. b. The child will independently ask for play materials or other personal needs. c. The child will be able to verbalize an understanding of the reason for the hospitalization. d. The child will have a parent stay in the room at all times.