A patient presents for evaluation of a sharp, aching chest pain which increases with breathing. Which anatomic area would you localize the symptom to?
A) Musculoskeletal
B) Reproductive
C) Urinary
D) Endocrine
A) Musculoskeletal
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The nurse is monitoring a patient's stage 3 pressure ulcer for healing during treatment. Which finding indicates that the nursing interventions have been effective?
a. The wound has a grainy, spongy texture. b. There is a hard crust over the wound. c. The wound drainage is serosanguinous. d. The patient states that pain is minimal.
While organizing a walking program at an assisted living facility, one resident asks why older people should exercise. Which response would be the best for the nurse to make?
1. "You aren't too old to exercise." 2. "Exercise can help increase your blood pressure." 3. "Exercise has not been shown to have any benefits for people over 80." 4. "Exercise can help reduce the negative effects of stress, which can impact your physical health."
The nurse is planning care for a patient who is at risk for pressure ulcer development. Which action should be included in this patient's plan of care?
Select all that apply. 1. Use pillows to offload pressure. 2. Turn at least every 2 hours. 3. Use a mild cleansing agent on the skin. 4. Keep on bed rest. 5. Pull up in bed every 2 hours or less.
A patient is involved in a smoking cessation program that encourages self-control therapy interventions. Which intervention would the nurse suggest to this patient?
a. Limiting the act of smoking to certain times of the day b. Keeping a behavioral diary that tracks when the patient smokes c. Identifying the factors that initially encouraged the patient to start smoking d. Making plans that involve spending the money saved when the smoking stops