The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who has been hospitalized with anorexia nervosa. Education for this client should include instruction about:
A) Knowing the calorie content of numerous foods.
B) Learning strategies to control impulses.
C) Describing physiological consequences of anorexia nervosa.
D) Setting realistic goals.
A
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A patient has just been prescribed nalidixic acid (NegGram) for treatment of a UTI. The nurse is providing patient education about nalidixic acid. Which statement by the patient demonstrates a need for further teaching?
a. "I may experience diarrhea." b. "I should take all my medicine until it is gone." c. "I should wear sunscreen and protective clothing when out in the sun." d. "I may experience blurred vision."
The nurse cares for a client experiencing prolonged vomiting resulting in metabolic alkalosis. Which physiologic effect of alkalosis does the nurse recognize?
A) Movement of potassium out of the cells in exchange for hydrogen into the cells. B) Increased level of free calcium blocking sodium channels. C) Increased glycolysis and utilization of phosphate. D) Decreased cardiac contractility.
A 3-year-old girl is being seen because of a foul vaginal odor. To inspect the vaginal vault, you should first:
a. insert a pediatric vaginal speculum. b. place the child prone and in the fetal posi-tion. c. insert a cotton-tipped applicator and press down. d. pull the labia forward and slightly to the side.
Discuss the three main themes found in the literature regarding becoming socialized to nursing
What will be an ideal response?