The home health nurse instructs a family about boosting the patient in bed so that a ____________________ type skin injury will not occur
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Shearing force
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The nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed a daily dose of enteric-coated ASA. Which of the following should the nurse inform the client regarding the administration of this drug?
A) It can be cut into pieces. B) It should not be chewed. C) It should not be opened. D) It is available in liquid form.
Asian Americans often view emotional illness as behavior that is out of control and that brings shame on the family
When planning care for Asian American clients, which response to psychological distress should a nurse anticipate among individuals in this cultural group? A) Obsessive–compulsive behavior B) Depression C) Somatization disorder D) Phobias
Which of the following are instrumental activities of daily living related to nutritional status? (Select all that apply.)
A) Eating B) Shopping C) Cooking D) Cleaning kitchen after cooking
A nurse is instructing a patient on the procedure for a clean-catch urine specimen. The patient has tried several times but is having difficulty understanding the instructions. What is the best action for the nurse to implement?
a. Take whatever specimen the patient can obtain. b. Provide the patient with a clean bedpan to obtain the specimen. c. Ask the laboratory personnel to come and obtain a urine specimen. d. Call the physician for a catheterization order.