A patient is diagnosed with a stable arteriovenous malformation of the right parietal lobe. What teaching should the nurse provide to this patient? Select all that apply.
A. Engage in regular exercise.
B. Engage in stress-reduction activities.
C. Take antiseizure medication as prescribed.
D. Take antihypertensive medication as prescribed.
E. Limit sodium and water intake.
Answer: D
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1. Speak slowly and clearly so the parents can understand. 2. Have a translator/interpreter present when the nurse and physician describe the child's condition to the parents. 3. Have a family member who speaks English translate for the family 4. Give the parents a pamphlet written in their primary language that describes the hospital routine.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend which age group to receive the pneumococcal vaccine each year?
a. children under age 1 c. college age young adults b. individuals 65 and older d. elderly over 80
Which of the following health care organizations provides extended care for people who have chronic illness or permanent disabilities?
A. Long-term care facilities B. Hospitals C. Psychiatric specialty centers D. Home health agencies
A nurse administers the wrong dose of a medication to a client in the hospital. Who should be notified of the medication error? (Select all that apply.)
1. Prescribing healthcare provider 2. Nurse manager 3. Charge nurse 4. Staff nurse