List eight untoward effects that result from excessive noise.
What will be an ideal response?
· Comfort, rest, and sleep, which are important for patient well-being, are disrupted
· Healing is delayed
· Immune function is impaired
· Heart rate increases
· Blood pressure increases
· Patients may feel very stressed or anxious
· The patient's sleep cycle is disrupted
· Patients may be unhappy with care
· Some patients may become confused or agitated because of sleep deprivation
· Confused patients may begin wandering to escape the noise
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A. It cannot be prevented by a vaccination. B. It cannot be cured by a medication. C. It requires long-term management. D. It is not affected by weight. E. It does not require lifestyle changes such as regular exercise.
A psychiatrist prescribes a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) for a client. Which foods should the nurse teach the client to avoid?
A. Pepperoni pizza and red wine B. Bagels with cream cheese and tea C. Apple pie and coffee D. Potato chips and diet cola
The information that enters the system or data collected during the assessment is considered to be the
A) Input B) Immediate outcome C) Throughput D) Output
When an older adult client walks with her knees slightly flexed and body leaning, the nurse determines that the client:
A) should have an orthopedic consultation. B) is demonstrating a common gait for the older adult. C) requires a better walking shoe. D) requires crutches for mobility.