A client has undergone an external fixation. Which of the following is the most important nursing action to be taken for such a client?
A) Maintain pin care. C) Monitor the client's urine output.
B) Plan the client's diet. D) Monitor the client's blood pressure.
A
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The nurse is caring for an 80-year-old confused client in renal failure who is very weak. The client keeps trying to get out of bed. Which of the following would be the best safety device to use with this client?
1. Place the client in a jacket restraint to prevent falling out of bed. 2. Ask the family to sit with the client around the clock. 3. Use a bed exit alarm device. 4. Frequently check on the client to ensure that the client is in bed.
Which component would be part of a comprehensive program for working with families of mentally ill patients? (Select all that apply.)
a. Skill b. Social c. Debate d. Emotional e. Family process
During the health history, the nurse teaches a client about toxic shock syndrome and ways to reduce her risks. The nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the client states which of the following?
A) "I will get a Pap smear regularly." B) "It is important to use latex condoms." C) "I should change tampons at least every 4 to 6 hours." D) "I should stop using oral contraceptives."
The mineral ________ is important in the development and functioning of the thyroid gland.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).