Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching plan regarding safety issues that she is preparing for a group of adult patients?
A) In most age groups, motor vehicle accidents are major causes of death
B) Suicide is the leading cause of death in adults and adolescents
C) Occupational safety controls for all workplace hazards
D) Environmental lead is a primary cause of death in adult patients
Ans: A
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The parents demonstrate that they have understood the nurse's teaching with regard to colostomy stoma care for their infant if they state:
1. "We will change the colostomy bag with each wet diaper.". 2. "We will use adhesive enhancers when we change the bag.". 3. "We will watch for skin irritation around the stoma.". 4. "We will expect a small amount of bleeding after cleansing the area around the stoma.".
A history and assessment of a patient with normal pressure hydrocephalus will most likely reveal:
A) no change in mental status. B) acute dementia. C) bowel incontinence. D) an older adult.
Community partnership is necessary because lay members often have a vested interest in the success of efforts to improve the health of their community. Most changes should
1. Involve the community residents only 2. Use nurses as their source of information and leadership 3. Rely on the power of local officials 4. Include a variety of disciplines
The client is admitted to the acute care unit with a phosphorus level of 2.3 mg/dL. Which nursing intervention would support this client's homeostasis?
1. Encourage consumption of milk and yogurt. 2. Enforce strict isolation protocols. 3. Encourage consumption of a high-calorie carbohydrate diet. 4. Strain all urine.