The nurse is preparing to use a disposable hot pack on the client for pain relief. Which action will the nurse prioritize as an appropriate task for the UAP?
A. Observing the site of application and reporting abnormal findings.
B. Assessing the client's level of pain.
C. Determining if the client requires additional therapy.
D. Documenting the client's response to therapy.
Answer: A
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A) The client will create an enjoyable meal using low-sodium foods. B) The client will compare the salt content in a variety of packaged foods. C) The client will practice eating meals that contain low-sodium foods. D) The client will list foods that are low in sodium.
The nurse is discussing the benefits of play therapy with the parents of a 4-year-old child. The nurse explains that play theory assists children with developing which skills? Select all that apply
1. Expressing feelings 2. Working through conflicts 3. Interrupting patterned behavior 4. Improving problem solving skills 5. Improving eye-hand coordination
A person has a malignant tumor. The person has:
a. Cancer b. Metastasis c. A tumor that grows slowly d. Death of tissue
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a. Audible bowel sounds b. Inappropriate laughter c. Inability to state home address d. Knee buckling while walking e. Asking if the bugs could be removed from the walls