An infestation caused by lice is termed ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pediculosis
Pediculosis in an infestation by lice.
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Positive patient outcomes are the ultimate goal of nurse–patient interactions, regardless of the particular setting. Which of the following factors has the most direct influence on positive patient-care outcomes?
A) Patient's age B) Patient's ethnic heritage C) Health education D) Outcome evaluation
A patient who attempted suicide being treated in the ED is accompanied by his mother, father, and brother. When planning the nursing care of this family, the nurse should perform which of the following action?
A) Refer the family to psychiatry in order to provide them with support. B) Explore the causes of the patient's suicide attempt with the family. C) Encourage the family to participate in the bedside care of the patient. D) Ensure that the family receives appropriate crisis intervention services.
A patient admitted with an infected right stump secondary to a below-the-knee amputation (BKA) also has heart failure. The patient is taking gentamicin (Garamycin) and furosemide (La-six). What patient education should the nurse include?
a. Report any ringing in the ears or dizziness. b. Report frequent nocturia. c. Elevate the affected extremity. d. Immediately report any tendon tenderness.
A patient is about to receive a dose of octreotide (Sandostatin). The nurse will assess for which contraindications or cautions? (Select all that apply.)
a. Carcinoid crisis b. Diarrhea c. Type 1 diabetes mellitus d. Gallbladder disease e. Chronic renal failure f. Esophageal varices