The nurse is providing care to a patient who is terminally ill with lung cancer. During the administration of the prescribed chemotherapy the patient states, "I am ok with this diagnosis as long as I get to see my
daughter graduate from college at the end of the month." Based on this data, which coping mechanism is the patient using?
1) Isolation
2) Denial
3) Depression
4) Bargaining
ANS: 4
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a. connects the upper and lower levels of the CNS. b. controls vital functions such as heart rate and breathing. c. prevents coma by maintaining wakefulness. d. helps control motor functions.
Which assessment maneuver does the nurse perform first when assessing the renal system at the same time as the abdomen?
a. Abdominal percussion b. Abdominal auscultation c. Abdominal palpation d. Renal palpation
The nurse caring for a 6-year-old patient enters the room to administer an oral medication in the form of a pill. The dad at the bedside looks at the pill and tells the nurse that his daughter has a hard time swallowing pills
Which of the following is the best response by the nurse? A) Ask the child to try swallowing the pill and offer a choice of drinks to take with it. B) Crush the pill and add it to applesauce. C) Request that the physician prescribe the medication in liquid form. D) Call the pharmacy and ask if the pill can be crushed.
While you are getting John doe settled, you continue your assessment
What will be an ideal response?