After an EGD, the client may not have food or fluids until the gag reflex returns
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A nurse cares for a client who recently completed genetic testing and received a negative result. The client states, "I feel guilty because so many of my family members are carriers of this disease and I am not." How should the nurse respond?
a. "You are not genetically predisposed for this disease but you could still become ill. Let's discuss a plan for prevention." b. "Since many of your family members are carriers, you should undergo further testing to verify the results are accurate." c. "We usually encourage clients to participate in counseling after receiving test results. Can I arrange this for you?" d. "It is normal to feel this way. I think you should share this news with your family so that they can support you."
You are the community-based nurse who acts as case-manager for a small town about 60 miles from a major health care center. What is the most important factor of community-based nursing you should be knowledgeable about?
A) Eligibility requirements for services B) Community resources available to patients C) Transportation costs to the medical center D) Possible charges for any services provided
Which response by the nurse is most appropriate when a client asks, "What contraceptive do you think I should use?"
a. "Ask your doctor. She will know what is best for you." b. "The male condom is probably the easiest for you to use." c. "Because you are younger than 40, you should use oral contraceptives." d. "I can discuss the various methods with you so you can decide what is best."
A patient who has been taking a sele
ctive serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) is complaining of "feeling so badly" when he started taking an over-the-counter St. John's wort herbal product at home. The nurse suspects that he is experiencing serotonin syndrome. Which of these are symptoms of serotonin syndrome? (Select all that apply.) a. Agitation b. Drowsiness c. Tremors d. Bradycardia e. Sweating f. Constipation