The nurse is planning care for a patient who is experiencing a situational crisis. What is the most effective way for the nurse to plan care for this patient?
1. Organized with follow-up
2. Based on complete assessment
3. Focused on long-term problems
4. Developed prior to meeting with the patient
2. Based on complete assessment
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The nursing instructor is talking to a group of nursing students about the treatment regimen for children with asthma
The students indicate they understand the information when they identify which class of drugs that comprise this regimen? (Select all that apply.) A) Long-acting inhaled steroids B) Xanthines C) Leukotriene-receptor antagonists D) Topical steroid nasal decongestants E) Beta-agonists
A woman with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes has been ordered a hemoglobin A1C test for the first time by her primary care provider. The woman states, "I don't see why you want to test my blood cells when its sugar that's the problem."
What aspect of physiology will underlie the care provider's response to the client? A) The amount of glucose attached to A1C cells reflects the average blood glucose levels over the life of the cell. B) Hemoglobin synthesis by the bone marrow is inversely proportionate to blood glucose levels, with low A1C indicating hyperglycemia. C) The high metabolic needs of red cells and their affinity for free glucose indicate the amount of glucose that has been available over 6 to 12 weeks. D) Insulin is a glucose receptor agonist on the hemoglobin molecule, and high glucose suggests low insulin levels.
The nurse teaches a 78-year-old about treatment for the management of recently diagnosed glaucoma. Which of the following self-cares should the nurse include in the prevention of complications?
A) Avoid reading or watching television in low-light conditions or for long periods of time. B) Remain in a lying position as much as possible throughout the day. C) Avoid stress, coughing, sneezing, or the Valsalva maneuver. D) Use antihypertensive medications and diuretics with great caution.
Which member of the health-care team feeds clients, monitors food consumption, measures intake and output, and records data?
1. Registered dietitian 2. Dietetic technician 3. Licensed practical or vocational nurse 4. Medical assistant