After teaching a class about circadian rhythm disorders, a nursing instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the class identifies which of the following as a subtype? Select all that apply
A) Delayed sleep phase
B) Nightmare
C) Sleep terror
D) Jet lag
E) Shift work
A, D, E
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A 70-year-old woman has experienced peripheral edema and decreasing stamina in recent months and has sought care from her primary care provider. The patient's subsequent diagnostic workup has resulted in a diagnosis of chronic heart failure The woman has been prescribed digoxin and the nurse has begun patient education. What should the nurse teach the patient about her new medication?
A) "By reducing the amount of fluid that your body contains, digoxin will make it easier for your heart to pump." B) "This will lessen the workload of your heart by reducing your blood pressure." C) "Most patients see their heart failure resolve in 2 to 4 months after they begin taking digoxin." D) "This drug won't cure your disease, but it will help you be able to exercise more and be more comfortable."
The most important reason to hospitalize people with chronic mental health problems is that their
1. behaviors pose a threat. 2. caregivers need a respite. 3. subsistence benefits expire. 4. medications need readjusting.
Which of the following things must nurses do first in order to provide culturally sensitive care to children and families?
a. assess the cultural background and beliefs of the family b. study various cultures to gain knowledge of their core beliefs c. recognize how their attitudes are influenced by their own values and beliefs and be aware of these values and beliefs d. spend time observing and listening to people of the various cultures that they will come into contact with in their work as nurses
A 42-year-old woman reveals an intake of medications. Which medication if reported by the client would alert the nurse to the need to assess the client for thrombophlebitis?
A) Antihypertensive B) Antidepressant C) Oral contraceptive D) Antilipid agent