Which data do nurses document under the category of Past Health History?
a. The client's chronic diseases
b. Immunizations the client has received
c. The client's allergies to medications
d. Causes of death of the client's parents
ANS: B
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a. The homosexual population b. Sexually promiscuous heterosexuals c. Individuals in a heterosexual monogamous relationship d. Persons who have a chemical dependency on illegal intravenous drugs
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A) G0 phase B) M phase C) S phase D) G2 phase
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A) administration of short-acting subcutaneous insulin. B) administration of long-acting subcutaneous insulin. C) administration of oral hypoglycemic agents. D) administration of intravenous short-acting insulin.
The nurse is initiating a series of teaching sessions with an older client. What is the nurse's highest-priority, client-centered action before beginning the session?
a. Ensure that the client's family is present and will participate. b. Make certain that the client is wearing his glasses. c. Have printed handouts ready to use during the session. d. Schedule the session for early evening after the client's meal.