When a nurse asks questions like, "What day is today?" or "What time is it now?" the nurse is testing the patient's _____
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
sensorium orientation
The sensorium is also referred to as orientation. The sensorium orients the person to person, place, and time.
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A. Blood glucose 112 mg/dL B. Hemoglobin 9.2 g/dL C. Leukorrhea D. Platelet count elevated
In planning sex education classes for the 12- to 15-year-old age group, more emphasis should be placed on which?
a. How to set limits for sexual behavior b. The inaccuracy of information from peers c. The use of oral contraceptives to prevent unwanted pregnancy d. The use of condoms to prevent sexually transmitted diseases as well as pregnancy
A patient with a recent spinal cord injury is at risk for complications to the gastrointestinal system. Which nursing intervention is primarily directed at minimizing this risk?
1. Insertion of a nasogastric tube 2. Regular assessment of the patient's bowel sounds 3. Administration of a lansoprazole (Prevacid) 4. Elevating the end of the bed to 35 degrees
A patient who recently began having mild symptoms of GERD is reluctant to take medication. What measures will the nurse recommend to minimize this patient's symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avoiding hot, spicy foods b. Avoiding tobacco products c. Drinking a glass of red wine with dinner d. Eating a snack before bedtime e. Taking ibuprofen with food f. Using a small pillow for sleeping g. Wearing well-fitted clothing