A patient is suspected of having Cushing's disease. What hormone is used to diagnosis of this disorder?
A) Growth hormone
B) Adrenocorticotropic hormone
C) Thyroid-stimulating hormone
D) Corticotropin-releasing hormone
D
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The nurse is working at a pain clinic and is preparing an orientation for new staff nurses. Which of the following definitions of pain would the nurse correctly choose to include in this orientation?
1. Pain is validated by the nurse determining the cause of the pain. 2. Pain is an unpleasant sensation, typically experienced upon movement. 3. Pain is whatever the experiencing person says it is. 4. Pain is very subjective, so observations must be used to assess levels and intensity.
Place the nursing activities in priority order for the preparation of a patient to ambulate. Put a comma and space between each answer choice (A, B, C, D, etc.)
a. Dangle the patient at the side of the bed b. Apply a gait belt c. Assist the patient to stand d. Inform the patient of activity e. Roll up the head of the bed
Which of the following describes intermediate care facilities (ICFs)?
A) Receive reimbursement from Medicare as they are medical facilities B) Provide therapy to help regain independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) C) Provide care for clients who are diagnosed with a terminal illness D) Provide care for people with disabilities who are unable to care for themselves
An aggressive client removes herself from an environment on the unit that is overstimulating. One beneficial approach for the nurse to use with this situation is:
A) Validation. B) Information. C) Reward. D) Commendation.