The nurse is working with a group of caregivers of adolescents who have abused substances. One of the caregivers states, “My son used to do great in school. However, since he started using drugs he has no motivation, he is never on time, and he makes the worst decisions, especially when he is driving.” These behaviors indicate that this adolescent was likely using which substance?
Answer: Marijuana
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The nurse is providing suggestions to a client diagnosed with the effects of coryza. Which home remedy is appropriate when combined with medical treatment for pharyngitis?
A) Cool mist humidifier B) Lavender scent C) Ice chips D) Salt water gargle
A nurse is caring for the one-hour old infant of a diabetic mother. Which of the following should be included in the nurse's plan of care for this newborn?
A. Take the newborn's temperature hourly. B. Use formula for all feedings, avoiding 5% dextrose. C. Evaluate blood glucose levels at 12 hours after birth. D. Assess for hyperthyroidism.
The student nurse learns the ANA's Scope and Standards of Practice for public health nursing include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ethical practice b. Conducting research c. Ethical behavior d. Responsible resource use e. Advocacy
Before weaning a patient from a ventilator, which assessment parameter is most important for the nurse to assess?
A) Fluid intake for the last 24 hours B) Baseline arterial blood gas (ABG) levels C) Prior outcomes of weaning D) Electrocardiogram (ECG) results