During a family counseling session, the patient, mother of a 5-year-old son states that "I don't understand why my husband continually tries to get our son involved in T-ball
My son said the coach and his dad yelled at him and told him the game was lost because he couldn't catch the ball." As a nurse, you know that to maintain a healthy family unit, one of the most important family interactions is to: 1. maintain open communication among all family members.
2. encourage self-acceptance and self-esteem for all family members.
3. encourage all family members to participate in community events.
4. realize that not all family members may be able to fulfill assigned roles.
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The most important influence on family interaction is the self-esteem of each member.
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A) Osteoporosis B) Arthritis C) Hip fractures D) Long bone fractures
In designing a teaching plan for an AIDS patient relative to food preparation precautions, the nurse would include the need to (select all that apply):
1. check expiration dates on frozen foods. 2. leave produce unwashed to preserve protective spray. 3. drink a small glass of red wine prior to meal to stimulate appetite. 4. eat three large well-balanced meals daily. 5. avoid leftovers.
Which of these dietary modifications is indicated for a client recuperating from a moderate to severe burn?
a. protein and caloric intake increased by twice the regular requirements b. carbohydrates increased by one-half the normal requirements c. fat increased by two to four times the regular requirements d. supplemental fiber
A patient in heart failure is to be started on an infusion of dobutamine (Dobutrex). What is most important for the nurse to assess before starting the infusion? The patient's:
1. Breath sounds 2. Blood pressure 3. Level of consciousness 4. Urine output