Which scenario is an example of an adventitious crisis?
a. Death of a child from sudden infant death syndrome
b. Being fired from a job because of company downsizing
c. Retirement of a 55-year-old
d. Riot at a rock concert
ANS: D
The rock concert riot is unplanned, accidental, violent, and not a part of everyday life. The incorrect options are examples of situational or maturational crises.
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A) "There are many unproven treatments for cancer. Let's discuss this with your doctor." B) "That would be an expensive trip. Can you afford it?" C) "Maybe your doctor can order the coffee enemas to be given here." D) "Sounds like a good option. How can I help you make the arrangements?"
To determine whether her patient has responded favorably to a nursing intervention, a staff nurse should observe the client for:
a. improved health. b. increased complaints. c. outcome indicators. d. signs and symptoms.
The nurse auscultating the patient's chest will (select all that apply):
1. use the diaphragm for assessing breath sounds. 2. use the bell for assessing murmurs. 3. apply earpieces pointing toward the ears. 4. wet the chest hair with a cloth. 5. press the diaphragm very firmly against the chest wall.
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An irate family member asks, "Why in the world would the doctor give my husband something that gives him diarrhea when he is already so sick?" The nurse's response would include that the purpose of the lactulose is to a. change ammonia to urea. b. eliminate ascites. c. empty the bowel of protein. d. reduce fluid retention.