What is the most common type of colostomy that needs to be irrigated to help promote regular evacuation of feces?
A) Sigmoid colostomy
B) Ileostomy
C) Transverse colostomy
D) Ascending colostomy
A
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The nurse notices that family members appear upset shortly after learning about the patient's poor prognosis from the physician. What would be the action on the part of the nurse that best conveys being with the family?
1. Tell the family you can see they would prefer to be by themselves. 2. Maintain a cheerful, upbeat attitude in the face of the family's distress. 3. Make eye contact and ask the family what is troubling them. 4. Ask the family if they want to talk to their minister.
The nurse observes a prominent U wave present on a client's ECG tracing. What is the nurse's interpretation of this finding?
A. This is a normal finding. B. The client may have a potassium imbalance. C. The client is at risk for R-on-T phenomenon. D. The client has an evolving myocardial infarction.
Which of the following terms is used to describe a person who feels a compulsive need to steal and experiences pleasure at the time of the theft?
A) Kleptomania B) Pyromania C) Mania D) Hypomania
When assisting a confused, agitated resident with activities of daily living (ADLs), you should
A. give the resident three or four choices. B. say as little as possible. C. give lengthy, complete instructions. D. avoid making too many demands.