A nurse is creating a genogram for a client's family health history. The nurse would use which of the following to denote the client's female relatives?
A) Circle
B) Square
C) Triangle
D) Rectangle
A
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A nurse is teaching a patient who has chronic renal failure who will begin receiving epoetin alfa [Epogen] about this drug therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "If I have to start dialysis, I will have to stop taking this drug." b. "Taking this drug will not eliminate my need for blood transfusions." c. "Taking this medication will prevent the need for dialysis in the future." d. "When I take this, my serum ferritin levels will increase."
A nurse is caring for a client in a healthcare facility. Which intervention by the nurse would help with continuity of care?
A) Ensure that the client interacts with the other caregivers. B) Ensure that other care providers are assigned night shifts. C) Ensure that the client's family interacts with other caregivers. D) Document information on the client's appearance, behavior, and responses.
A 67-year-old client has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. After receiving treatment, the client is going home from the hospital with a prescription for medication to control the condition. What information would the nurse provide to best educate the client about this condition? Select all that apply.
a. The client will need to monitor for signs of bleeding b. The client can take herbal remedies but should not take vitamin supplements c. The client should be familiar with signs and symptoms of stroke d. The client should notify the healthcare provider if they will be traveling e. The client should avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice
The nurse is meeting with a group of parents of mentally ill children. Which of these statements from the mother of one of the clients indicates feelings of guilt?
1. "I wonder what I could have done differently to prevent this problem." 2. "My son would be like other kids if my doctor had not been so careless." 3. "If my son attends regular classes, he'll be more like the other kids." 4. "Even though my son has this illness, he is a real joy to me."