When giving personal care to the patient, follow a strict time schedule to make sure every patient is treated exactly the same
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An 83-year-old male client, who was recently admitted for a dementia workup, has been striking out at nursing staff
His wife, who is terribly upset by his recent behavior, states, "I just don't understand what has gotten into him, he used to be so kind and gentle." The nurse's best response for explaining the etiology of violent behavior is which of the following? 1. The disease process associated with dementia causes a person to become violent. 2. Scientists have linked violent behavior to the genetic mutation of a specific Y chromosome. 3. The renowned psychoanalyst Freud says that it is instinctive for humans to express depression in aggressive ways. 4. There is no simple explanation for aggressive behavior, but research suggests it is caused by a combination of biologic and psychosocial factors.
Which statement(s) regarding historical research in nursing is (are) true? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Historical research is of interest only to doctoral students completing dissertations. 2. Primary sources for historical information are rare. 3. Linking past events to future happenings is the primary reason for conducting historical research. 4. Historical research is not recognized as valid research, but is just reporting on the past. 5. Most historical research has been done on historical figures rather than on the practice of nursing.
The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for an 84-year-old patient that includes plans for smoking cessation. The nurse believes that since the patient has been smoking for years, he isn't going to stop now
Which concept does this nurse's belief reflect? 1. Negative stereotyping 2. Character assessment 3. Reality orientation 4. Senescence
A client is brought to the emergency department following a motor vehicle accident. Which of the following nursing assessment is significant in diagnosing this client with flail chest?
A) Respiratory acidosis B) Paradoxical chest movement C) Chest pain on inspiration D) Clubbing of fingers and toes