A patient has been admitted to a burn intensive care unit with extensive full-thickness burns over 25% of their body. What would be the nurse's priority concern in the immediate care of this patient?
A) Fluid status
B) Risk of infection
C) Body image
D) Anxiety
A
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A child with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is in the clinic with parents, who complain that even though they are following the treatment plan, the child is not improving. What action can the nurse suggest to improve the effectiveness of
A. Consult with the school nurse to follow through with behavior logs. B. Ensure the entire family is continuing to keep counseling appointments. C. Reassure the parents that it takes a long time to see changes in behavior. D. Teach the parents about herbal and diet therapies they can try at home.
The nurse admits a patient to the emergency department (ED) with a suspected cervical spine injury. What is the priority nursing action?
a. Keep the neck in the hyperextended position. b. Maintain proper head and neck alignment. c. Prepare for immediate endotracheal intubation. d. Remove cervical collar upon arrival to the ED.
A diabetic client asks the nurse why it is so important to exercise several times a week. Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?
A) "Exercise helps to increase blood sugar levels, so the body needs less food." B) "Exercise helps reduce high ketone levels, so the body stays healthier." C) "Exercise brings down high sugar levels, so the body needs less food." D) "Exercise increases the use of insulin in the body, so it requires less insulin."
In February 2010, Congress passed legislation to support universal health care for all Americans
At a local health fair, an individual asks about the difference between universal health care and a single payer system. The nurse explains the difference is that: a. with universal health, one universal payer, usually the government, pays all expenses for health care. b. single-payer systems offer health care only to eligible persons based on income. c. single-payer systems rely on insurance companies to pay predetermined fees for services. d. with universal health, one payer is responsible for all health care costs, providing health care to all citizens.