An adolescent rapidly develops secondary sex characteristics and body changes. What should the nurse assess to determine how these changes might affect the adolescent's self-concept?
A) expectations of the parents C) meaningful use of time
B) developmental environment D) understanding of changes
D
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The nurse interviews a patient scheduled to undergo general anesthesia for a hernia repair. Which information is most important to communicate to the surgeon and anesthesiologist before surgery?
a. The patient drinks 3 or 4 cups of coffee every morning before going to work. b. The patient takes a baby aspirin daily but stopped taking aspirin 10 days ago. c. The patient drank 4 ounces of apple juice 3 hours before coming to the hospital. d. The patient's father died after receiving general anesthesia for abdominal surgery.
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate term from the following list: Intuitive decision-making Rational decision-making Innovative decision-making A. __________ is the decision-making model that is a rational, cognitive process. B
__________ is often described as a decision-making process that requires "thinking outside the box." C. ___________ is the decision-making model based on patterns and cues. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The nurse is discussing the proper technique for obtaining an accurate blood pressure reading with assistive nursing personnel
Which of the following statements reflect techniques that will minimize the risk of a false high systolic reading? (Select all that apply.) 1. "Slowly deflate the pressure from the cuff." 2. "Wrap the cuff snuggly around the client's arm." 3. "Always support the client's arm at the level of the heart." 4. "Be sure that the cuff is wide enough for the client's arm." 5. "Allow the arm to rest before repeating the blood pressure." 6. "Make sure your stethoscope is fitted in your ears appropriately."
Twenty-four hours after admission, H.J.'s laboratory tests are repeated
Interpret H.J.'s laboratory results. Is his condition improving? What will be an ideal response?