The nurse reminds the 60-year-old moderately obese African American hypertensive diabetic male who smokes that he can modify his risk for heart disease by: (Select all that apply.)
a. smoking cessation.
b. controlling diabetes.
c. exercising regularly.
d. reducing blood pressure.
e. reducing weight.
A, B, C, D, E
All options are modifiable. By losing weight through exercise, this patient could also lower his blood pressure and better control his diabetes.
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The nurse is administering medications, and hands a cup containing several medications to the client. The client says, "What is that yellow pill? I've never taken that before." The nurse's best response is which of the following?
1. "Every manufacturer of drugs makes it a different color." 2. "That is your medication for high blood pressure." 3. "I double-checked to make sure that all the medications were ordered by your doctor." 4. "Let me check it before you take it and I'll be right back."
A nursing administrator overhears nurses conversing during a break in a seminar on change
The administrator would interpret which statement as meaning that the nurse who made it is ready to become a change agent? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "I know that suggesting this change may backfire on me." 2. "I don't expect too much conflict or resistance to this change." 3. "I see an opportunity to make a difference in the way this facility provides nursing care." 4. "I think the status quo is just fine for now." 5. "This change is certainly going to be a challenge, but that's okay."
A nurse should plan further evaluation of an HIV-positive client when the client exhibits which early manifestation of toxoplasmosis infection?
a. Cardiac dysrhythmias b. Discoloration of the mucous membranes c. Headache d. Lymphadenopathy
The client asks the nurse about the uses of nitrous oxide. Which statement is the most appropriate by the nurse?
1. Nitrous oxide is rarely used in any setting. 2. Nitrous oxide is often used for local anesthesia. 3. Nitrous oxide is often used for dental procedures. 4. Nitrous oxide is often used for general anesthesia.