A critically ill patient tells the nurse that he is not afraid to die because he believes in reincarnation. What is the most appropriate nursing response?
A) "What if reincarnation is not real?"
B) "This belief gives you strength."
C) "I don't believe in reincarnation."
D) "You shouldn't base your hopes on such a belief."
B
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Which statements exemplify the attributes of critical thinking essential to nurses? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "I am always curious about why we do things the way we do." 2. "I think we need to hurry up and make a decision." 3. "Can you help me understand your perspective a little better?" 4. "I don't think that your concern is necessarily pertinent to this issue." 5. "I don't think I can make that decision until I have more information."
Which of the following would best identify foods to which a child is allergic?
A) A Elimination diet B) Hyposensitivity testing C) Complete dietary protein restriction D) Corticosteroid challenge testing
A client tells the nurse that she has noticed an increase in weight and fat deposits during the past year. The nurse reviews the client's chart and recognizes that the client is most likely going through puberty
Which nursing action is most appropriate at this time? A) Provide reassurance that these are normal changes. B) Review dietary measures to assist in controlling the weight gain. C) Encourage increased exercise to control weight gain. D) Share information on what foods can be eaten on a low-fat diet to prevent fat deposits.
The term "benign" describes a(n)
A) cancerous condition. B) noncancerous condition. C) chronic disease. D) acute illness.