A patient complains of pain in the foot of a leg that was recently amputated. What should the nurse recognize about this pain?
It should be treated with ordered analgesics.
It is caused by swelling at the incision.
It will become worse with the use of a prosthesis.
It can be managed with diversion because it is psychologic.
It should be treated with ordered analgesics.
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The term shared governance describes:
A. Informal ways in which access to opportunity is made available to staff. B. Staff nurses' inclusion in decision-making through representation in governing practice and management issues. C. Nurses' involvement in decision-making at the administrative level. D. Shared staffing on various levels to serve the needs of the institution.
During a home visit, the family of a client with fibromyalgia asks the nurse what they can do to help the client with painful episodes. What should the nurse suggest to the client and family?
A) Protect the client from injury. B) Plan a family reunion. C) Divide household chores among each member of the family. D) Keep the client in bed.
The leadership team is selecting the leaders for the implementation of a clinical information system. Which skill does the informatics nurse possess that supports the implementation process?
A) Communication B) Time management C) Conflict resolution D) Usability principles
Beta-carotene is provitamin ______
1. A 2. B12 3. C 4. D