A surgically created opening between the ureter and the abdomen is:
a. A urinary catheter
b. A urostomy
c. A urinary diversion
d. Catheterization
B
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The nurse is collecting data from the 68-year-old client about her living situation in order to assess her ability to care for herself and avoid injury
Which of the following statements indicate to the nurse that the client might be in need of interventions to ensure her safety? Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. The client lives in an assisted-living facility with her small dog. 2. The client has a cataract in one eye. 3. The client reads on an elementary level. 4. The client takes acetaminophen for headache. 5. The client chooses to use a cane when out walking.
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which patient need should the nurse address first?
1) Protecting the patient against falls 2) Protecting the patient from an abusive spouse 3) Promoting rest in the critically ill patient 4) Promoting self-esteem after a body image change
An adult patient will begin taking atomoxetine [Strattera] for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. What will the nurse teach this patient?
a. Appetite suppression does not occur, be-cause this drug is not a stimulant. b. Stopping the drug abruptly will cause an abstinence syndrome. c. Suicidal thoughts may occur and should be reported to the provider. d. Therapeutic effects may not be felt for 1 to 3 weeks after beginning therapy.
The client in the preoperative holding area has been given a dose of scopolamine. The nurse assesses the client for which of the following side effects of the medication?
1. Dry mouth 2. Diaphoresis 3. Excessive urination 4. Pupillary constriction