The nurse reading the admission note for a client who has an arterial leg ulcer would anticipate that the ulcer will be characterized
a. as being surrounded by atrophic tissue.
b. as producing minimal pain.
c. by a deep-red base.
d. by irregular borders.
A
Arterial leg ulcers are very painful, which distinguishes them from venous stasis ulcers. Arterial ulcers also have a sharp edge and a pale base and often are surrounded by atrophic tissue.
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A. Cultural background B. Heritage C. Language D. Role E. Age
A client is angry about not being permitted to smoke and throws the breakfast tray at the nurse. What should the nurse do in response to this outburst?
1. Call the charge nurse and refuse to take care of this client until he is under control. 2. Apologize to the client for the unit rules, but tell him the rules must be followed. 3. Tell the client that it is understandable that he is upset, but the no-smoking rule is not negotiable. 4. Tell the client that he is acting like a child and that such behavior will not be tolerated.
Which theory challenges the assumption that leaders treat followers in a collective way?
a. LMX b. Skills c. Trait d. Style
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The patient refuses to move in bed. Which nursing action would best ensure comfort and timely discharge? a. Give the pain medicine as prescribed. b. Ask the physician to prescribe the analgesics around the clock. c. Explain that the pain medicine will help prevent complications. d. Respect the patient's denial of pain, and do not encourage the pain medicine.