A pregnant client tells you that she is always nauseated, so she has been taking an antacid regularly. You would encourage the client to avoid antacids, especially those high in which substance?
a. Potassium c. Calcium
b. Sodium d. Sugar
B
Clients should be cautioned about the use of antacids, especially those with a high sodium content. Sodium promotes retention of fluids and is linked with hypertension.
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A patient is being prepared for transfer to another facility via air transport (phase two of transfer). Which of the following is a role of the transport nurse at this time?
A) Suggest ground transport for the patient, as the receiving hospital is not far away. B) Screen the patient for fear or anxiety of flying. C) Call in an updated report on the patient's status to the RN on the receiving unit. D) Delivery of patient belongings to the receiving staff.
The nurse preparing wellness information for older adult clients is promoting inter-ventions consistent with the concepts of the biological theories of aging when suggesting that they: Select all that apply
a. Use moisturizers daily to minimize dry skin b. Discuss the use of antacids to control heartburn with their healthcare provider c. Stay active by interacting with family and friends regularly d. Practice stress reduction techniques on a regular basis e. Consider getting a yearly influenza vaccination
A client is being seen in the mental health clinic for antisocial behavior. According to Erikson's stages of development, this client is dealing with which task of development?
A) Initiative versus guilt B) Identity versus role confusion C) Intimacy versus isolation D) Industry versus inferiority
The nurse is educating a group of students about why it is necessary to collect baseline data collection. Which actions by the students indicate application of this knowledge in the clinical environment? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. 1. Evaluating adverse drug effects 2. Helping the client to the bedside commode 3. Reviewing current laboratory data 4. Evaluating therapeutic drug effects 5. Discussing client status with the family