What should be a nurse's focus when counseling a 25-year-old mother and businesswoman regarding health promotion? (Select all that apply.)
a. Adhering to an exercise program
b. Having a Pap stain/test performed every 3 years
c. Making annual appointments for a mam-mogram
d. Performing a self-breast examination (SBE) monthly
e. Scheduling an annual physical examina-tion
A, D
Adequate exercise programs and monthly SBEs are appropriate for a 25-year-old woman. Annual physical examinations are not necessary. Mammograms are recommended after the age of 40 or 50 years. Pap stains/tests should be performed annually.
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The surgeon wants to change positions with the scrub nurse at the client's side during the procedure. Which method should they use to maintain the sterile field?
1. They should pass each other face-to-face. 2. They should pass each other back-to-back. 3. Apply new gowns and then change positions. 4. Change positions and then apply new gowns.
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A. Administering sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) orally. B. Ensuring that a potassium-restricted diet is ordered. C. Placing the client on a cardiac monitor. D. Teaching the client about foods that are high in potassium.
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A. swallowing. B. chest pain. C. edema. D. elevated blood pressure.