During an antepartum visit, the nurse tells the mother that one sign that must be reported immediately, no matter what the stage of pregnancy, is:
a. backache.
b. urinary frequency.
c. vaginal bleeding.
d. uterine tightening.
C
Women should be instructed to contact their physician if any bleeding occurs during pregnancy.
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A client is diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorder. A physician orders haloperidol (Haldol) 50 mg bid, benztropine (Cogentin) 1 mg prn, and zolpidem (Ambien) 10 mg HS
Which client behavior would warrant the nurse to administer benztropine? 1. Tactile hallucinations 2. Tardive dyskinesia 3. Restlessness and muscle rigidity 4. Reports of hearing disturbing voices
A client will be admitted to the hospital to have a surgical procedure in the morning. The nurse is aware that the client is hearing impaired and is planning the care as well as how to communicate with the client
What solution for communication could the nurse use? A) Use a whiteboard or paper and pencil so that the client will clearly understand what is being asked. B) See if the client can lip-read so communication will be clear. C) Tell the client he must bring an interpreter with him to the hospital to stay. D) Speak in a loud voice so that the client may hear some of what is said.
Which is most likely to encourage parents to talk about their feelings related to their child's illness?
a. Be sympathetic. b. Use direct questions. c. Use open-ended questions. d. Avoid periods of silence.
When preparing to test a client for meningeal irritation, which of the following would be most important for the nurse to do first?
A) Check for evidence of fever and chills B) Ensure no injury to the cervical spine C) Position the client prone D) Check for a Babinski reflex