A patient should not be left alone with a rectal thermometer in place
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A nurse is working with a patient on an exercise regimen. Which outcome, as written by the nurse, is most likely to encourage compliance with a newly established exercise regimen? The patient will
a. increase exercise by 10% a week for 10 weeks. b. participate in an exercise class three times weekly. c. swim for 30 minutes a day five times a week. d. walk for 10 minutes a day three times a week.
The post–myocardial infarction (MI) patient is placed on a low-fat diet as well as daily simvastatin (Zocor). The nurse instructs that while on this drug, the patient should:
a. have blood work every 2 months to check for liver damage. b. drink grapefruit juice daily to help meta-bolize the drug. c. take medication with a meal to diminish gastrointestinal discomfort. d. report any rash on the face or neck to the physician.
A mother who breastfeeds her 6-week-old infant every 4 hours tells the nurse that he seems "hungry all the time." The nurse should recommend which?
a. Newborn cereal b. Supplemental formula c. More frequent feedings d. No change in feedings
Which of the following actions promotes spiritual growth during a child's spiritual development?
A) Incorporating spiritual ceremonies or rites into daily family life B) Attending spiritual gatherings with community members C) Adding spiritual curriculum and teachings to education D) All of the above