A nurse is caring for a patient with an external condom catheter. Which of the following is a guideline for applying and caring for this type of catheter?
A) Remove the catheter every 8 hours, or more often in humid weather.
B) Wash the penis with antimicrobial soap and dry thoroughly.
C) Fasten the condom securely enough to prevent leakage without constricting the blood vessels.
D) Keep the tip of the tubing 2 to 3 inches beyond the tip of the penis
C
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The patient admitted with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is anxious and dehydrated, has reportedly not been eating, and has had a weight loss of 5 lb in 1 week. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is a priority?
a. Fluid volume deficit related to fluid loss b. Altered nutrition: Less than body requirements related to anorexia c. Fluid volume excess related to reduced urine output d. Risk for impaired skin integrity
An important component of education for a patient with a new prescription for metronidazole is that:
a. the drug is safe throughout pregnancy. b. the drug can be taken once daily. c. the patient should not use any form of alcohol while using the drug. d. the skin is the principal site of drug excretion.
All 50 states have ____________________ laws that require that a nurse report to authorities even suspected child abuse, including physical, verbal, sexual, and emotional abuse, and abuse by neglect
Fill in the blank with correct word.
A nurse is discussing certification with a coworker and explains that goals of the certification process include (Select all that apply.)
a. endorsing demonstrated knowledge. b. enhancing nurses' professionalism. c. helping boost pay scales for nursing. d. providing for differentiated practice. e. serving as a quality control activity.