The nurse prepares the client care area to minimize physical hazards of administering IV therapy, which include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Abrasions
2. Chemical exposure
3. Latex allergy
4. Needle stick
5. Burns
1,2,3,4
Rationale: Abrasions from equipment packaging offer potential portals for microorganisms
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A student nurse is going to be changing an abdominal dressing; the first step is to provide the patient with information regarding the procedure. Which of the following represents the best plan for completing this task?
A) "The dressing change is often painful; we will be giving you pain medication prior to the procedure so you do not have to worry." B) "During the dressing change, I will provide privacy at a time of your choosing; it should not be painful. You can look at the incision and help with the procedure if you want to." C) "The dressing change should not be painful but you can never be sure; infection is always a concern." D) "The best time for doing a dressing change is during lunch so we are not interrupted; I will provide privacy, and it should not be painful."
A patient has an outcome of ambulating three times a day. The patient does not ambulate the entire day. What should the nurse do next?
a. Walk the patient. b. Reassess the patient. c. Change the goal for the patient. d. Continue with the plan for the patient.
A pregnant adolescent client asks for information about the pregnancy and the baby because she cannot afford to prenatal care. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) Provide the client with information on resources to assist with medical care during the pregnancy and after delivery. B) Instruct the client on aspects of pregnancy, fetal development, and labor and delivery. C) Ask the client if her parents are aware that she is pregnant and if she is covered by their medical insurance. D) Tell the client that the father of the baby is responsible to pay for medical care for her during the pregnancy and after delivery.
Which of the following complementary and alternate therapies use 7,000 nerve endings to improve the body's ability to facilitate natural healing?
A) Reflexology B) Magnetism C) Acupuncture D) Chiropractice