A patient who is tearful and is mourning past and future losses is experiencing which stage of dying?
A. Denial
B. Anger
C. Bargaining
D. Depression
Answer: D
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A male patient has been on chronic corticosteroid therapy for several years and has been scheduled for a colonoscopy. How should the patient's corticosteroid therapy be altered to accommodate this impending stressful event?
A) The patient should stop taking the corticosteroid 7 days prior to the procedure. B) The patient should continue taking the regular dose of his corticosteroid. C) The patient should temporarily change to IV administration of his corticosteroid. D) The patient should temporarily take a higher dose of his corticosteroid.
The nurse may need to assist a client with his or her meals. Certain groups of people frequently require help, including:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Clients with visual impairments 2. Clients with auditory impairments 3. Clients who cannot walk 4. Clients who must remain in a back lying position 5. Clients with impaired fine motor skill
What postoperative nursing intervention would be a priority for the client who has undergone an abdominal-perineal resection for a rectal tumor?
A. Monitoring of perineal wound drainage B. Assisting the client with a bowel training program C. Administering corticosteroids to prevent rectal itching D. Providing a high-fiber diet to ease the passage of stools
When caring for elderly persons, you should
A. always provide total care if the person is mentally confused. B. give priority to caring for persons who are alert and demanding. C. respect the patients and reinforce their self-esteem. D. use reality orientation with all patients.