Most individuals have ideas about mental illness based on their cultural values and understanding. How can the nurse determine this information?
A) Evaluate preventive and therapeutic measures. B) Predict the future needs of this population.
C) Assess for explanatory models. D) Assess psychiatric history.
C
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Which of the following statements is true about pain?
A) Pain is a simple, objective phenomenon. B) Pain is a protective mechanism causing one to seek treatment. C) Only sleep deprivation can affect the patient's pain experience. D) Pain has only one characteristic: degree of severity.
As the RN team leader, identify all potential disadvantages of using team nursing to deliver care to the assigned clients. Select all that apply
1. Delegation/accountability 2. Client/staff communication 3. Cost savings/staffing 4. Continuity of care
A patient comes to the ER with a sucking chest wound. Which type of dressing should the nurse apply to begin the process of lung reinflation?
1. A petroleum dressing covered with an airtight bandage 2. No dressing at all 3. A pillow weighted down with a sandbag 4. An air-occlusive dressing taped on three sides (flutter dressing)
An ostomate asks the nurse what limitations must be observed in the immediate postopera-tive period when at home. The most informative information that the nurse can share is:
1. avoidance of heavy lifting for at least 3 months. 2. limit fluid intake to no more than 1000 mL/day. 3. wear loose clothing, without belts or elastic. 4. cover your appliance with plastic sheeting while showering.