The nurse is interviewing the caregivers of a child admitted with a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus. The caregiver states, "She is hungry all the time and eats everything, but she is losing weight." The caregiver's statement indicates the child most likely has:
What will be an ideal response?
Polyphagia
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After emptying the urine from a urinal, which actions by the nurse are appropriate?
Select all that apply. 1. Rinsing the urinal 2. Recording the output on the intake and output record, if indicated 3. Returning the urinal to the bedside area, where the client can reach it, if the male client prefers 4. Placing the urinal between the client's legs and propping the penis in the opening, if the client is unable to do this independently 5. Donning clean gloves
The nurse assesses the reproductive system of an older adult. Which of the following questions should the nurse consider including in the interview?
A) "Do you ever have secretions, blood, or other discharge from your genitals?" B) "Does your partner have satisfying orgasms?" C) "When was the last time you had sexual intercourse?" D) "With whom do you have sexual intercourse?"
The nurse is assessing a client's remote memory. Which statement by the client confirms that remote memory is intact?
a. "Mary had a little lamb whose fleece was white as snow." b. "I was born on April 3, 1967, in Johnstown Community Hospital." c. "Apple, chair, and pencil are the words you just stated." d. "My sister brought me to the clinic for this appointment."
What accommodations should be used for the position of a hearing-impaired woman for a pelvic examination?
a. The patient should assume the M or V po-sition. b. Her legs should be farther apart. c. The head of the table should be elevated. d. The lithotomy position with obstetric stir-rups should be used.