Stage IV cancer has invaded or metastasized to other organs of the body
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A nurse is planning patient teaching about a newly prescribed drug. What is a priority teaching point included by the nurse to improve compliance and safety?
A) List of pharmacies where the drug can be obtained B) Measures to alleviate any discomfort associated with adverse effects C) The cost of the brand name drug compared with the generic form D) Statistics related to Phase III testing for the prescribed drug
What actions by the nursing staff in a long-term care facility display an awareness of resident rights? (Select all that apply.)
a. Getting informed consent for the use of an antipsychotic medication b. Reminding the unhappy resident and fam-ily about grievance processes c. Ensuring that all residents are asked if they wish to vote in an election d. Giving residents information on the om-budsman's name and address e. Assessing residents for their ability to safely administer their medications
Which is the most critical element of pediatric emergency care?
a. Airway management b. Prevention of neurological impairment c. Maintaining adequate circulation d. Supporting the child's family
The client asks the nurse to explain heart failure. Which statement should be included in the teaching by the nurse?
1. There are no known risk factors for developing heart failure. 2. Heart failure is the inability of the ventricles to pump enough blood to meet the body's metabolic demands. 3. Medications can cure heart failure. 4. Heart failure is very uncommon in people over age 70.