A nurse is performing fundal massage for a client. What precaution should the nurse
take when giving a fundal massage?
A) Never massage a contracted fundus
B) Avoid placing a hand over the symphysis pubis
C) Report cramps immediately to physician
D) Avoid applying heat to relieve cramps
A
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A group of nurses is complaining about working conditions in their hospital and in nursing in general. What strategy could these nurses use to improve the situation?
A) Articulate a vision of the future to the administration and policymakers. B) Continue to complain in the hopes that the administration will do something. C) Refuse to serve on planning committees since conditions are so bad. D) Seek employment elsewhere to avoid current conditions.
The nurse is providing discharge instructions to the parents of a 3-year-old going home after minor surgery. What information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
A. Actions and side effects of prescribed medication B. Activity that is expected and encouraged C. How to take the child's rectal temperature D. Signs and symptoms of infection E. When the child can eat and drink again
The nurse is caring for a patient hospitalized with hepatitis B. The family comes to visit and a family member asks the nurse if it is safe to visit. What is the nurse's best response?
A) "You seem fearful. Why do you think you are at risk?" B) "Don't worry, you will not contract the disease from the patient." C) "There is no risk unless you come in contact with blood and body fluids." D) "The patient should be isolated and have limited visitation."
A nurse is working at a womens health clinic and is asked by a client when she should return for her next Pap smear. Which of the following resources would the nurse use to find the most current recommendations?
a. National Health Information Center b. Healthy People 2020 c. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) website d. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website