What ethical principle is supported when a physician obtains informed consent for electroconvulsive therapy from a depressed client?
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Justice
D. Fidelity
Answer: B. Autonomy
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A. Prevents diarrhea B. Stimulates peristalsis C. Decreases abdominal cramping D. Inhibits the proton pump
The client has been pushing for two hours, and is exhausted. The fetal head is visible between contractions. The physician informs the client that a vacuum extractor could be used to facilitate the delivery
Which statement indicates that the client needs additional information about vacuum extraction assistance? 1. "A small cup will be put onto the baby's head, and a gentle suction will be applied." 2. "I can stop pushing and just rest if the vacuum extractor is used." 3. "The baby's head might have some swelling from the vacuum cup." 4. "The vacuum will be applied for a total of ten minutes or less."
You suspect that a 74-year-old male patient is dehydrated. When assessing for skin turgor, an appropriate place to check is:
A) The forearm B) The forehead C) The back of the hand D) The foot
Which causes lethargy?
a. adrenergic b. andrenergic blocker c. cholinergic d. anticholinergic