The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a sexually-transmitted disease. Which of the following would be an appropriate intervention for this client?
a. Suggest the client change his sexual practices.
b. Ask the client "what was he thinking?"
c. Instruct in ways to prevent sexually-transmitted diseases.
d. Tell the client to be sure he informs all sexual partners of his diagnosis to avoid being sued.
ANS: C
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The nurse enters the client's room and finds the client pulseless and not breathing. What tasks could the nurse safely assign to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) in this situation?
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The nurse monitors the frequency of contractions timed:
a. from the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next b. from the beginning of one contraction to the end of the next c. from the end of one contraction to the beginning of the next d. from the end of one contraction to the end of the next
Rurality is a subjective concept because:
1. Everyone has an idea as to what constitutes rural as opposed to urban residence. 2. The differences between rural and urban areas are very distinct. 3. The Red Cross Rural Nursing Service no longer exists. 4. The demographic and social characteristics of urban people are similar.