The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an asthma attack. Ten minutes after administering an inhaled bronchodilator to the client, the nurse returns to ask if the client's breathing is easier
The nurse is engaging in which phase of the nursing process?
A) Assessment
B) Diagnosing
C) Planning
D) Implementing
E) Evaluating
Ans: E
The nurse is collecting evaluative data to determine whether or not the client is achieving the therapeutic response to the bronchodilator.
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A new psychiatric nurse states, "This client's use of defense mechanisms should be eliminated." Which is a correct evaluation of this nurse's statement?
A. Defense mechanisms can be self-protective responses to stress and need not be eliminated. B. Defense mechanisms are a maladaptive attempt of the ego to manage anxiety and should always be eliminated. C. Defense mechanisms, used by individuals with weak ego integrity, should be discouraged and not eliminated. D. Defense mechanisms cause disintegration of the ego and should be fostered and encouraged.
Researchers using qualitative methods conduct ___________, which is the time they spend interacting with participants through interviews, observations, and maintaining detailed records
a. focus groups b. trials c. fieldwork d. experiments
A nurse is teaching a community health promotion class and discusses the flu vaccine. Which information will the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
a. It is given yearly. b. It is given in a series of four doses. c. It is safe for children allergic to eggs. d. It is safe for adults with acute febrile illnesses. e. The nasal spray is given to people over 50. f. The inactivated flu vaccine is given to people over 50.