The nurse should instruct the family of a child with newly diagnosed hyperthyroidism to:
a. keep their home warmer than usual
b. encourage plenty of outdoor activities
c. promote interactions with one friend instead of groups
d. limit bathing to prevent skin irritation
Answer: c. promote interactions with one friend instead of groups
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The projection appears to be at the distal end of the humerus. The nurse should suspect the presence of which of the following? A) Osteomyelitis B) Osteochondroma C) Osteomalacia D) Paget's disease
According to Wright and Leahy, effective family nursing actions are those that:
1. The nurse believes to be in the best interest of the family. 2. Are developed in collaboration with the family experiencing the illness event. 3. Are informed by a family nursing theory. 4. Are interdisciplinary in nature.
How can you help a new resident know the names of other residents?
a. Introduce the person to other residents. b. Have the other residents wear nametags. c. Write down their names. d. Give the person his/her photos.
The most common initial reaction of parents to illness or injury and hospitalization in their child is:
a. anger. b. fear. c. depression. d. disbelief.