Most clients can manage chronic heart failure at home
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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In addition to an expected improvement in patient outcomes, what is the most important effect that should result from these measures? A) Identification of incompetent practitioners B) Improvement in manners on the unit C) Increased staff retention D) Less discussion in front of patients and families
A patient has a complex cardiac history that includes recurrent ventricular fibrillation. After the failure of more conservative treatments, his care team has introduced oral amiodarone
What assessments should be prioritized by the nurse who is providing care for this patient? A) Orientation and cognition B) Respiratory assessment C) Neurological assessment D) Active and passive range of motion
A client comes to the outpatient mental health clinic 2 days after being discharged from the hospital. The client was given a 1-week supply of clozapine (Clozaril)
The nurse reviews information about clozapine with the client. Which client statement indicates an accurate understanding of the nurse's teaching about this medication? A. "I don't need to see my doctor for a new prescription when this runs out." B. "I need to keep my appointment this week for a blood test to monitor my white blood cells." C. "I can have a martini with this medication." D. "I don't need to come into the clinic for a few months if I don't have side effects"
A patient with a diagnosis of late-stage bladder cancer has experienced a steady decline in his platelet counts, which are currently 18,000/mm3 (0.018 × 1012/L)
Which of the following nursing actions best accommodates the health risks associated with this laboratory finding? A) Encouraging the patient to eat as many protein sources as possible and providing multivitamins B) Organizing the patient's activities to allow for frequent rest breaks and teaching him about the correct use of assistive devices C) Encouraging the patient to increase his fluid intake and providing stool softeners D) Reminding the patient of the importance of diligent handwashing and the need to avoid common areas